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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which layer contains no blood vessels or nerves?
Epidermis
Dermis
Hypodermis
All contain blood vessels
- 2. Multiple ChoiceWhich epidermal layer is found only in the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet?the stratum spinosumthe stratum granulosumthe stratum lucidumthe stratum corneum
- 3. Multiple Choice
a needle would pierce the epidermal layers of the forearm in which order?
basale, spinosum, granulosum, corneum
basale, spinosum, granulosum, lucidum, corneum
granulosum, basale, spinosum, corneum
corneum, granulosum, spinosum, basale
- 4. Multiple Choice
the skin; composed of epidermal and dermal layers
Cutaneous Membranes
Mucous Membranes
Serous Membranes
Subcutaneous
- 5. Multiple Choice
Pertaining to under the skin
Cutaneous Membranes
Mucous Membranes
Serous Membranes
Subcutaneous
- 6. Multiple Choice
Deepest layer of the epidermis consisting of stem cells capable of undergoing cell division to form new cells
Stratum Basale
Stratum Lucidum
Stratum Corneum
Dermis
- 7. Multiple Choice
What layer of the epidermis is 1 pointing to?Stratum BasaleStratum SpinosumStratum GranulosumStratum Corneum - 8. Multiple ChoiceWhat cell produces the pigment melanin?KeratinocytesMelanocytesMerkel (Tactile) CellsLangerhans (dendritic) cell
- 9. Multiple ChoiceYour skin and hair are parts of your ___________endocrine systemexcretory systemlymphatic systemintegumentary system
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhich layer contains accessory structures such as sweat glands, sebaceous glands, and hair follicles?epidermisdermishypodermishyperdermis
- 11. Multiple ChoiceThe epidermis is composed of _____.stratified squamous epitheliumsimple columnar epitheliumadipose tissueconnective tissue
- 12. Multiple ChoiceThe oldest cells of the epidermis will be found hereStratum CorneumStratum BasaleStratum SpinosumStratum Granulosum
- 13. Multiple ChoiceWhat cell detects touch and sensory sensations?KeratinocytesMelanocytesMerkel (Tactile) CellsLangerhans (Dendritic) cell
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhat cell produces keratin, which allows for waterproofing of the skin, nails, and hair?KeratinocytesMelanocytesMerkel (Tactile) CellsLangerhans (Dendritic) cell
- 15. Multiple ChoiceWhat cell detects produces an immune response against pathogens entering the skin?KeratinocytesMelanocytesMerkel (Tactile) CellsLangerhans (Dendritic) cell
- 16. Multiple ChoiceThe cells that make up the majority of the layers of the epidermis are known asKeratinocytesMelanocytesLeukocytesErythrocytes
- 17. Multiple ChoiceA melanocyte isA cell that creates melaninis found on the stratum basaleplays a role in determining skin colorAll of the above
- 18. Multiple ChoiceWhich is NOT part of the integumentary system?Sweat glandsMusclesNailsHair
- 19. Multiple Choice
which layer of skin is mostly composed of adipose tissue?
hypodermis
dermis
epidermis
- 20. Multiple ChoiceWhat layer of the epidermis is 2 pointing to?Stratum BasaleStratum SpinosumStratum GranulosumStratum Corneum
- 21. Multiple ChoiceWhat layer of the epidermis is 3 pointing to?Stratum BasaleStratum SpinosumStratum GranulosumStratum Corneum
- 22. Multiple ChoiceWhat layer of the epidermis is 4 pointing to?Stratum LucidumStratum SpinosumStratum GranulosumStratum Corneum
- 23. Multiple ChoiceWhat layer of the epidermis is 5 pointing to?Stratum BasaleStratum SpinosumStratum GranulosumStratum Corneum
- 24. Multiple Choice
The dermis is made up of what type(s) of tissue? Select all that apply.
Stratified Squamous Epithelial Tissue
Adipose Tissue
Muscle Tissue
Areolar Connective Tissue
Dense Connective Tissue
- 25. Multiple Choice
The Dermis is made of two parts called the ______ layer.
Dermal Papillae
Reticular
Papillary
Areolar Connective Tissue
Dense Connective Tissue
- 26. Multiple Choice
Finger-like projections that glue the dermis to the epidermis
Dermal Papillae
Reticular
Papillary
Areolar Connective Tissue
Dense Connective Tissue
- 27. Multiple Choice
Layer that provides the Stratum Basale with nutrients
Dermal Papillae
Reticular
Papillary
Areolar Connective Tissue
Dense Connective Tissue
- 28. Multiple Choice
These are arranged in a unique patterns that show through the epidermal surface making our fingerprints visible.
Dermal Papillae
Reticular
Papillary
Areolar Connective Tissue
Dense Connective Tissue
- 29. Multiple Choice
B
Dermal Papillae
Reticular Layer
Papillary Layer
Areolar Connective Tissue
Dense Connective Tissue
- 30. Multiple Choice
C
Dermal Papillae
Reticular Layer
Papillary Layer
Dermis
Epidermis
- 31. Multiple Choice
D
Dermal Papillae
Reticular Layer
Papillary Layer
Dermis
Epidermis
- 32. Multiple Choice
A
Dermal Papillae
Reticular Layer
Papillary Layer
Dermis
Epidermis
- 33. Multiple Choice
Dermal Papillae
Reticular Layer
Papillary Layer
Areolar Connective Tissue
Dense Connective Tissue
- 34. Multiple Choice
the outermost layer; 20-30 cell layers thick; cells are dead skin protection
stratum spinosum
stratum granulosum
stratum basale
stratum lucidum
stratum corneum
- 35. Multiple Choice
thin and transparent, clear layer; found only in thick skin
stratum basale
stratum spinosum
stratum granulosum
stratum lucidum
stratum corneum
- 36. Multiple Choice
These cells synthesize skin pigment to give skin and hair its color; found in the deepest layer of the epidermis:
keratinocytes
melanocytes
Langerhans' cells
Merkel cells
- 37. Multiple Choice
macrophages that help activate our immune system
melanocytes
keratinocytes
Langerhans' cells
Merkel cells
- 38. Multiple Choice
function as sensory receptors for touch
keratinocytes
melanocytes
Langerhans' cells
Merkel cells
- 39. Multiple Choice
Which layer of the dermis contains pain and touch receptors and epidermal ridges?
papillary
reticular
collagen
adipose
- 40. Multiple Choice
What layer of the skin contains sweat glands?
Dermis
Epidermis
Hypodermis
Subcutaneous
- 41. Multiple ChoiceGlands and hair follicles grow in theepidermisconnective ttissuedermisfibrous tissue
- 42. Multiple ChoiceThe dermis is ___________ than the epidermis.thinnerstickierslimierthicker
- 43. Multiple Choice
This layer is made up of connective tissues, blood and lymphatic vessels, nerve fibers, hair follicles, and sebaceous and sweat glands.
Dermis
Epidermis
Hypodermis
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