Elastic fibers of the skin are associated with the: a) papillary layer. b) reticular layer. c) keratinized layer. d) subcutaneous layer.

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

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Q: What criteria are used to distinguish thin and thick skin?

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Q: What is the outer layer of hair called that is made up of dead keratinized cells?

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Q: In addition to keratinocytes, what three types of cells are found in the epidermis? What are their…

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Q: What is the surface area of adult human skin?

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Q: What is the thicker, deeper layer of the dermis called?

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Q: Where are the capillaries that supply the epidermis located?

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

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Q: What is the role of fibroblasts in wound healing?

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Q: Why does inflammation occur with contact dermatitis?

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Q: What forms the most superficial layer of the skin?

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Q: How does the skin function to protect the body from microbes?

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