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Stratum Germinativum
5th layer of the epidermis known as the basal cell layer, stem cells undergo cell division
here. Merkel cells are present here.
Six Primary Functions of the Skin
Protection, sensation, heat regulation, excretion, secretion, absorption
Epidermis
Top layer of skin
Dermis
Support layer of tissue under the epidermis
Subcantaneous Tissue
Layer of tissue under the dermis
Adipose Tissue
Loose connective tissue or subctis tissue
Skin Histology
Microscopic study of structure and composition of tissue
Physiology
Study of functions and activites performed by the body structures.
, Integumentary System
Skin is also known as the ____________ System
Proteins
The basic material and building blocks for our body's tissue
Amino Acids
Peptides are formed by
Peptides
Proteins are formed by
Hair, Nails, Sweat and Oil Glands
Appendages of the skin include
Slight moist, soft, smooth, and somewhat acidic
Characteristics of healthy skin
Merkel's Disk
Nerve Sensor that detects touch
Ruffini's Corpuscle
Nerve Sensor that detects touch & pressure
Krause's Corpuscles
Nerve Sensor that detects cold
Meissner's Corpuscle
Nerve Sensor that detects sensitive touch
Dacinian Corpuscle
Nerve Sensor that detects pressure
Free Nerve Endings