WorksheetsHealthy Skin, Hair, and Nails 💅
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 9mins
What parts of the body form the integumentary system? (choose 3)
hair
nails
skin
eyes
fingers
What is the body’s single largest organ?
Which of these is not a function of the skin?
to provide a protective cover
to help cushion your internal tissues and organs
to regulate your body's temperature
to cool down your body through perspiration
to start the process of digestion as you chew your food
What are sweat glands?
Glands in the skin that produce sweat for temperature regulation and waste excretion.
What vitamin is mentioned in the lesson is said to help promote healthy skin?
What are three foods mentioned to be a good source of vitamin A?
yellow fruits
egg yolks
green-leafy vegetables
white rice
wheat pasta
What are two possible ways that sun exposure can affect different people?
Some people tan more easily than others.
Some people with fair skin may never tan and just get a sunburn.
The sun affects everyone the same, no matter the type of skin.
The sun can clear up clogged pores and prevent acne.
What are UV rays?
UV rays are ultraviolet rays from the sun.
Approximately what percentage of UV rays can penetrate haze, light clouds, or fog?
Approximately 80%
What three types of surfaces are mentioned that are able to reflect UV rays upwards?
sand
snow
water
grass
leafy forest grounds
Approximately, how long does it take for a sunburn to show?
2 to 8 hours
When is the pain from a sunburn the greatest?
6 to 48 hours after sun exposure
In addition to sunburns, how can sunrays permanently damage skin?
Sunrays can promote hair growth and thickness, as well as prevent skin problems.
Ultraviolet rays can destroy the the elastic fibers that keep the skin tight
How can accumulated damage from UV radiation affect DNA?
UV radiation may result in the formation of cancerous cells.
What can be done to protect the skin if a person is going to be in the sun for prolonged periods of time?
Stay indoors all day to avoid the sun
Use tanning oil to get a savage tan
Use sunscreen, protective clothing.
What is the healthiest option in order to avoid the cumulative effects of sun exposure?
Avoid sun exposure whenever possible.
