Match the following structures with the skin layer in which they are located Pacinian corpuscles Melanocytes Merkel cells Langerhans cells Meissner's corpuscles A Epidermis B Dermis C Subcutaneous

Q: Why can skin regenerate effectively even after consid- erable damage?

A: Security from mechanical injury, synthetic perils, and bacterial intrusion is given by the skin in…

Q: Describe how the skin contributes to the regulation of bodytemperature, storage of blood,…

A: The skin is considered to be the  largest organ of the body, with the total area of about 20 square…

Q: Describe the physiology of the skin

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Q: What layer is correctly matched with the tissue that forms it? a. papillary layer of dermis; areolar…

A: The integumentary system is a system which is composed of the organs and its derivatives responsible…

Q: Briefly describe the characteristics of each of the five thick skin, epidermal layers from deepest…

A: Thick skin comprises five layers from superficial (exterior) to deep (interior) layer, namely…

Q: 4.1 NOTES IDENTIFY THE PARTS OF THE SKIN BY DRAGGING THE CORRECT PIECE TO THE PICTURE ON THE RIGHT.…

A: The skin has three basic layers namely the epidermis, the dermis, and the hypodermis. The epidermis…

Q: In which layer(s) is (are) touch and pressure receptors found? epidermis only epidermis and dermis…

A: Skin serves as the first line of defense against any type of infection and it also responds to…

Q: Dandruff is often a disorder that results in dry skin flakes forming on the scalp. A common cause of…

A: Dandruff is a dermatological condition that causes significant damage to the scalp. This damage is…

Q: Describe the parts of a nail.

A: Nails are important as these serve few important purposes: They function to grab things and are…

Q: Describe the overall functions of the dermis.

A: The dermis is also known as corium. It is a layer of skin present between the epidermis and…

Q: Which of the following terms is least related to the rest? a. lunule b. nail plate c. hyponychium d.…

A: Answer is e.) cortex.

Q: Explain how the skin responds to injury and repairs itself.

A: The skin is the first line of defense against pathogens and protects the internal structures from…

Q: Is that the correct answer?1. Epidermis of thick skin3. Dermal Papilla4. Epidermis of thin excluding…

A: Skin belongs to the integumentary system and is the largest organ in the body. It is classified into…

Q: Describe four characteristics of skin that help it resist infection.

A: The skin protect us from various pathogen. The skin is keratinized i-e the surface cells are dead…

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Q: Discuss the various kinds of glands in the skin, and list the secretions of those glands.

A: A gland is a specialised bunch of cells which is endothelial in origin, and function to synthesise…

Q: The following are the four (4) compartments of the epidermis, differentiate each

A: The layer of the skin which severs as a physical barrier in respect to defense consists of several…

Q: Describe the function of skin in health and disease.

A: Anatomy and physiology are the branches of biology, anatomy deals with the study of the structure of…

Q: Which cell type in the epidermis produces a pigment that absorbs ultraviolet light? Langerhans cell…

A: The direct exposure to UV radiation can easily damage our skin, but our skin contain pigments which…

Q: Which of the following is found in the reticular layer of the dermis? (Select all that apply) A…

A: Skin is a part of Integumentary system which generally form a protective covering around the body .…

Q: Explain how each accessory organ of the skin aids inhomeostasis.

A: Ans: Homeostasis: It deals with studying the internal, physical as well as chemical conditions of…

Q: 3 primary types of skin glands

A: A gland is a gathering of cells in a creature's body that integrates substances (like chemicals) for…

Q: Differentiate between thick and thin skin as to thelayers present and their locations.

A: The epidermis is made up of stratified, keratinized squamous epithelium. It is composed of 4 or 5…

Q: The hair matrix contains ________.a. the hair follicleb. the hair shaftc. the glassy membraned. a…

A: The skin is a soft outer tissue and it is the largest organ of the body. The major function of skin…

Q: List functions of skin and relate them to its structures

A: Main roles of skin : Some of the many roles of skin: Protection: against pathogens.  Storage:…

Q: Identify nail structures on your own nails.

A: Nail function:             The nail plays an advent role in protecting the digits and contributing…

Q: You develop a callus, which is a thickening of the epidermis, from a pair or ill-fitting shoes.…

A: A callus is an area of thick hard skin on a hand or foot, usually caused by rubbing.

Q: Describe several functions of the skin

A: The largest organ of the integumentary system is referred to as skin. The human skin is the outer…

Q: Correlate the structure of thick and thin skin with the locations in the body where each are found.

A: The skin is made up of two major components, namely, the dermis and the epidermis. In certain…

Q: Thick skin stratum basale Thick skin stratum Thin skin stratum spinosum Thick skin stratum Thin skin…

A: This is a transverse section of Skin. The Left one is thin skin, lm(120×) The right one is thick…

Q: Explain why this difference between skin and mucosa “makes sense”. (Hint:  Consider the…

A: Answer- Skin has 3 different layers that include- Epidermis, Dermis and hypodermis. Epidermis which…

Q: Cell division occurs in which layer of the epidermis?   A. Stratum granulosum   B. Stratum lucidum…

A: Skin helps to protect the internal parts of our body from external hazards such as chemicals, heat,…

Q: Explain the protection function of the skin, and include the role of the surface film.

A: The skin is outer covering of the body. It is the largest organ of the integumentary system. The…

Q: Explain composition and function of the epidermis

A: The skin is the body's outer layer, which protects it from heat, light, injury, and infection. Skin…

Q: Label the following: Stratum corneum * Stratum lucidum * Stratum granulosum * Stratum spinosum *…

A: Epidermis is the outermost layer of skin tissue. Epidermis of skin is made of keratinized stratified…

Q: A ______ degree burn typically involves the epidermis and part of the dermis. The subcutaneous layer…

A: The skin comprises of two layers that are the epidermis and the dermis. Underneath the dermis lies…

Q: Draw an HPO view of the dermis and label its layers/parts.

A: The dermis is the layer of skin that lies beneath the epidermis and above the subcutaneous layer. It…

Q: Describe the formation of epidermal ridges.

A: Introduction: The epidermis is the skin's outermost layer, which protects the body from of the…

Q: Explain three ways the skin acts as a defense mechanism.

A: Human has the ability to fight against pathogens. This is the first line of defense that is present…

Q: The cuticle is a complex non-cellular layer secreted by the epidermis. It is the seat of complex…

A: 'Metamorphosis' is a natural mechanism in which creatures such as insects, amphibians, and a few…

Q: b. Identify 4 the following structures using this model. Skin - Model Drag the cursor over the…

A: Skin is the largest body organ that protects the internal organs of the body from infection and…

Q: The papillary and reticular layers of the dermis arecomposed mainly of ________.a. melanocytesb.…

A: The skin is the outer covering of the body that protect against light, heat, infection, and injury.…