DIRECTIONS: Match the letter of the description and/or function to the epidermal layer that defines it. A. Outermost layer of dead keratinocytes that protect the skin 6. Stratum basale B. Layer of skin composed of areolar and dense irregular connective tissues 7. Stratum spinosum C. Layer of keratinocytes that undergo apoptosis via keratinization 8. Stratum granulosum D. Single layer of active stem cells that undergo somatic cell division 9. Stratum lucidum E. Layer of skin composed of adipose and areolar connective tissue 10. Stratum corneum F. Layer of keratinocytes with intermediate filaments to resist tension G. Layer of clear, flat, dead keratinocytes found only in thick skin

DIRECTIONS: Match the letter of the description and/or function to the epidermal layer that defines it. A. Outermost layer of dead keratinocytes that protect the skin 6. Stratum basale B. Layer of skin composed of areolar and dense irregular connective tissues 7. Stratum spinosum C. Layer of keratinocytes that undergo apoptosis via keratinization 8. Stratum granulosum D. Single layer of active stem cells that undergo somatic cell division 9. Stratum lucidum E. Layer of skin composed of adipose and areolar connective tissue 10. Stratum corneum F. Layer of keratinocytes with intermediate filaments to resist tension G. Layer of clear, flat, dead keratinocytes found only in thick skin

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Publisher:Lauralee Sherwood

Chapter12: Body Defenses

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16RE

See similar textbooks

Similar questions

The papillary layer of the dermis is most closely associated with which layer of the epidermis? stratum spinosum stratum corneum stratum granulosum stratum basale
The papillary and reticular layers of the dermis are composed mainly of ________. melanocytes keratinocytes connective tissue adipose tissue
Collagen lends ________ to the skin. elasticity structure color UV protection
Match the following terms with the correct description. Write the letter only. deep region of the dermis composed primarily of dense irregular connective tissue composed of keratinized stratifified squamous epithelial tissue not considered part of the skin, it contains areolar and adipose tissues and blood vessels; attaches skin to underlying tissues and organs superfificial region of the dermis; composed of areolar connective tissue a. ________ subcutaneous layer (hypodermis) b. ________ papillary region c.________ reticular region d. ________ epidermis
Briefly answer the following questions:1. Cells of the epidermis are derived from stem cells of the stratum basale. Describe how the cells change as they become integrated into the different layers of the epidermis.2. What structures are produced from keratinization of the epidermis?
Identify the epidermal layer(s) in which the following cancers arise: (a) basal cell carcinoma; (b) malignant melanoma; (c) squamous cell carcinoma.
Place the layers of the epidermis in order (1–5) from theoutermost layer to the layer attached to the dermis by thebasement membrane._____ stratum spinosum_____ stratum corneum_____ stratum basale_____ stratum lucidum_____ stratum granulosum
Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement. a. The primary skin pigment is melanin, which is derived from the amino acid tyrosine. b. Melanin is produced by melanocytes and covers the nuclei of neighboring dendritic cells. c. Carotene is a brown-black pigment that accumulates in the stratum corneum. d. Increased amounts of blood flowing through the dermis lead to pallor in the skin. e. Hemoglobin is a pigment found in red blood cells, and its color depends on the oxygen level of the blood.
Basal cell carcinomas are the most common form of skin cancers in the United States and are frequently found on the head, neck, and arms. This cancer affects which cells? A. Langerhans cells of the stratum lucidum B. keratinocytes of the stratum spinosum C. melanocytes of the stratum basale D. basal cells of the stratum basale
This is a picture of Thick Skin - epidermis. Please use arrows to identify the following: stratum corneum stratum lucidum stratum granulosum stratum spinosum stratum basale
Please answer this following questions: Question 1: What determines the color of skin and what is the process that darkens skin when it is exposed to UV light? Question 2: Describe the layers of the skin and the functions of each layer? Question 3: Describe the changes that occur in the integumentary system during the aging process?
You are looking at a slide from a patients sole. Which of the following layers of the epidermis would be present in the sample from your patient's sole, but not if you had taken a sample from the skin at their ankle? : Stratum corneum Stratum basale Stratum lucidum Stratum papillum In the "ABCD" rule used while diagnosing melanoma, B stands for: : behavior of the lesion blueness of the lesion border of the lesion blood vessels in the lesion