The strength of the dermis is mainly a result of the _____.   A. presence of collagen fibers   B. thickness of the layers   C. keratinization of the skin   D. distribution of elastic fibers   E. amount of blood vessels

Q: Projections of the dermis toward the epidermis are called _____.

A: The dermis is a layer of skin between the epidermis and subcutaneous tissues, which consist of dense…

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

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Q: The dermis is continually replaced.

A: dermis means a connective layer of tissue . the dermis is a fibrous structure of collagen elastic…

Q: Discuss completely the functions of the connective tissue of the dermis.

A: The dermis, positioned between the epidermis and subcutaneous tissues, also known as the subcutis…

Q: Cells of the epidermis derive from stem cells of the stratum basale. Describe how the cells change…

A: Skin is the organ of the human integumentary system.

Q: For questions 2–6, match the layer of the epidermis with the correctdescription or function:a.…

A: The outermost layer of the sensory organ skin that covers the entire body called the skin is known…

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 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: The _________ consists of many layers of dead squamous cells surrounded by lipids.   A. dermis   B.…

A: The skin is further divided into five, separate layers- Stratum Corneum Stratum Lucidum Stratum…

Q: Place the layers of the epidermis in order (1–5) from theoutermost layer to the layer attached to…

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Q: Which of the following layers of the epidermis varies most widely between thick skin (e.g. sole of…

A: The epidermis of thick skin has five layers: stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum,…

Q: Projections of the dermis toward the skin surface are called ______________ .

A: Dermal papillae are fingered projections organized into double rows, increasing the surface area…

Q: Which structures located in the dermis are of epidermal origin? If they originate from the…

A: Introduction: The integumentary system is referred to as an organ system that consists of skin,…

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Q: When you have completed this section, you should be able toa. distinguish between three types of…

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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: the strongest layer in the skin is. ... O A. dermis O B. hypodermis O C. all answers are correct O…

A: With a total size of approximately 20 sq ft, our skin is the body's largest organ. The skin…

Q: An individual using a sharp knife notices a small amount of blood where he just cut himself. Which…

A: The skin is the layer that covers the entire surface of the body. Based on the embryological origin,…

Q: Concerning hair growth,a. hair falls out of the hair follicle at the end of the growth stage.b. most…

A: Hair is an accessory structure arising from the ectoderm which is involved in sensing,…

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

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Q: The epidermis is nourished by diffusion from capillaries in the ___________.   A. hypodermis   B.…

A: The epidermis contains no blood vessels, and cells in the deepest layers are nourished by diffusion…

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: Describe the specific function of each dermal later and relate that function to the skin’s overall…

A: The dermis is considered as the core of the integumentary system. It contains blood and lymph…

Q: Which is not the function of the dermis layer?   A. Regulates temperature by sweat glands and blood…

A: Skin is the outer most covering of the body surrounding muscles of our body. It is the largest organ…

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

A: The Dermis is present beneath the epidermis, it is inner layer of the skin.  Dermis contains…

Q: During aging of the integumentary system, sweat production increses as a result of improved sweat…

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Q: The two major components of the integument are (a) the cutaneous membrane and the accessory…

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Q: You develop a callus, which is a thickening of the epidermis, from a pair kd I'll-fitting shoes. To…

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

Q: Melanin is produced by melanocytes within the stratum  a granulosum.  b corneum.  c spinosum.  d…

A: Melanin is the broad term for natural pigments group. It is produced through a multistage chemical…

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: Which layer of the skin is responsible for tanning? (Think about which layer contains melanocytes.)…

A: The skin is the outer barrier that shields the body against pathogens, temperature, and toxic…

Q: Which of the following layers of the skin has projections of melanocytes? O A. Stratum lucidum O B.…

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Q: An individual has spent too much time sun bathing.Not only is his skin painful to touch, but small…

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Q: Discuss that, What are the structural and functional differences between the epidermis and dermis?

A: The epidermis is a protective outer layer of the skin. It is composed of squamous stratified…

Q: The consists of many layers of dead squamous cells surrounded by lipids. A. dermis B. stratum…

A: The skin is further divided into five, separate layers which are the following:- Stratum Corneum…

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: A). What is melanin's productive functions?  B). Explain the role of sunlight Vitamin D…

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Q: In which specific layer of the skin are the Meissner's corpuscles located? stratum basale O…

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Q: The papillary layer of the dermis is most closelyassociated with which layer of the epidermis?a.…

A: The epidermis is the thin, outer skin layer. It functions to give protection to the body. The…

Q: 1a.How many layers of epidermis are found in thin skin? b. What are the most numerous sudoriferous…

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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: Hair and nails are modifications of the _______.   A. sudoriferous glands   B. dermis   C.…

A: Skin and Hair contain Blood vessels carry oxygen and nutrients to the skin cells and remove waste…

Q: The form and pattern of skin ridges are determined bythe (epidermis, dermal papillae).

A: Fingerprints are the old and most correct way for the identification of a person. The fingerprint is…

Q: Dr. Cortez is examining a microscope slide of a tissue sample of skin from a patient with large…

A: Bullous pemphigoid is a rare autoimmune disease in which large fluid-filled blisters are formed in…

Q: Although sweat and sebaceous glands develop from the stratum basale of the epidermis, they…

A: Dermis is an irregular connective tissue, which is found directly below the epidermis. It is…

Q: The hands and feet experience high amounts of abrasion. It contains so called thick skin having five…

A: The very thin layer exterior skin layer which is visible to naked eyes and aids in protecting the…

Q: feel a sudden pinch and notice that you are bleeding.  Are you still in the epidermis? Explain what…

A: The skin protects the inner body from the outer environment. The skin has different receptors for…