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1. What is the scientific study & medical treatment of the integumentary system?

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Dermatology specifically focuses on the skin, hair, nails, and related disorders, making it the correct answer for the scientific study & medical treatment of the integumentary system.

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2. What is the integumentary system composed of?

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The integumentary system is primarily composed of the skin and its accessory organs, which include hair, nails, and cutaneous glands. Muscles & tendons are part of the muscular system, the digestive system is responsible for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients, and the respiratory system is involved in breathing and gas exchange.

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3. The integumentary system receives more medical treatment than any other ________.

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The integumentary system, consisting of the skin, hair, nails, and related glands, receives the most medical treatment due to its role in protecting the body from external factors and potential infections.

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4. What are the functions of the Integumentary system?

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The Integumentary system primarily functions in protection, sensation, regulation of body temperature, absorption, excretion, and nonverbal communication. It does not play a role in transportation, digestion, or reproduction.

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5. What does the Integumentary system do to protect?

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The Integumentary system is primarily responsible for protecting the body from external threats such as trauma, infection, UV Radiation, and harmful chemicals. It does not have direct involvement in enhancing smell and taste, regulating body temperature, or aiding in digestion.

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6. How does the Integumentary system control Thermoregulation?

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The Integumentary system controls Thermoregulation primarily through thermoreceptors that detect changes in temperature and initiate responses such as vasoconstriction or vasodilation.

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7. The ________ is the body's_______ & _______ ________.

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The correct answer is skin because it is the largest and heaviest organ in the human body.

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8. Which regions make up the skin?

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The skin consists of three main layers: epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. The hypodermis is also known as the subcutaneous tissue, and the outermost layer of the epidermis is called the stratum corneum.

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9. What region makes up subcutaneous tissue?

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The subcutaneous tissue, also known as the hypodermis, is the innermost layer of skin primarily composed of adipose tissue. The epidermis is the outermost layer, the dermis is the middle layer, and adipose tissue is not a specific region of the skin.

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10. Which region of the skin is superficial?

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The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin, making it the most superficial. The dermis is located beneath the epidermis, followed by the hypodermis (subcutaneous tissue) and subcutis.

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11. Which region of the skin is deep?

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The dermis is the middle layer of the skin, lying between the epidermis and the hypodermis. It contains hair follicles, sweat glands, and connective tissue.

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12. Where is the hypodermis located in relation to the skin?

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The hypodermis, also known as subcutaneous tissue, is located below the dermis and primarily consists of adipose (fat) tissue. It serves as a connection between the skin and underlying muscles and bones, but it is not technically considered part of the skin itself.

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13. Where is thick skin only found?

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Thick skin is a type of skin that is only found on the palms, soles, and corresponding surfaces on fingers and toes. It differs from thin skin found elsewhere on the body.

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14. Which type of skin has sweat glands, no hair follicles, and no sebaceous (oil) glands?

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Thick skin is found on the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet, where it needs to be tough and resistant to wear and tear. It lacks hair follicles and sebaceous glands, but it does have sweat glands to help regulate body temperature.

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15. What type of skin covers everything on the body except palms, soles, and corresponding surfaces on fingers and toes?

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Thin skin is the correct answer because it does not include the areas specified in the question, while the other options do not match the specific description provided.

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16. What organ has: -hair follicles -sebaceous (oil) glands -sweat glands?

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The question describes the characteristics of the skin, including hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands. The correct answer is 'Skin' as it is the organ that contains all these features.

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17. How thick is the epidermis?

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The epidermis is known to be thick skin, with a thickness of about 0.5 mm. It is the outermost layer of the skin and serves as a protective barrier.

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18. How thick is the epidermis?

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The epidermis is classified as thin skin, as it is approximately 0.1 mm thick in comparison to the thicker dermis layer.

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19. What type of tissue has:- keratinized stratified squamous epithelium - dead cells at surface - Avascular - Sparse nerve endings for touch and pain?

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The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin, made up of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium. It is avascular and contains dead cells at its surface. The dermis is the layer of skin beneath the epidermis, the hypodermis is the deepest subcutaneous layer of skin, and epithelial tissue refers to a different type of covering tissue.

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20. What are the 5 types of cells found in the epidermis?

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The epidermis consists primarily of the cells listed in the correct answer, with each cell type serving specific functions related to skin health and protection.

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21. What is the nickname of the first layer of the epidermis, and what does it look like along with what else is present?

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The correct answer is Stratum Basale, also known as Stratum Germinativum. It is characterized by a single layer of stem cells, along with the presence of melanocytes, tactile cells, and keratinocytes.

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22. In thin skin, what is the name of the thickest layer and what cell types is it made of? What can the deepest cells in this layer do?
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23. Which structure is 3-5 layers of keratinocytes and contains keratohyalin granules?

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The correct answer is the stratum granulosum, as it is the layer of the epidermis that consists of 3-5 layers of keratinocytes and contains keratohyalin granules that release protein.

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24. What is ONLY found in thick skin, looks thin and transparent, and lacks nuclei due to being dead keratinocytes?

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Only thick skin contains the stratum lucidum layer, which is thin, transparent, and lacks nuclei because the cells are dead keratinocytes.

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25. What is eleidin?

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Eleidin is a structural protein specific to the stratum lucidum layer in the epidermis of the skin, not a pigment, neurotransmitter, or lipid.

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26. What is the function of skin known for exfoliation (cells flake off), and what does it look like?

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Skin known for exfoliation has multiple layers of dead, scaly, keratinized cells providing resistance to abrasion, penetration, and water loss.

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27. Where are keratinocytes produced and what produces them?

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Keratinocytes are produced by stem cells located in the stratum basale layer of the epidermis. This process is essential for the constant renewal of the outermost layer of the skin.

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28. How long does it take from a keratinocyte to make its way to the skin surface and flake off?

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Keratinocytes take approximately 30 to 40 days to move from the basal layer of the epidermis to the skin surface where they eventually flake off. This process is known as skin cell turnover and is essential for maintaining healthy skin.

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29. What is the term for thick accumulations of dead keratinocytes on hands or feet?

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Calluses and corns are distinct types of thickened skin caused by repeated pressure or friction. Blisters and warts result from different causes, while eczema, psoriasis, fractures, and sprains are unrelated conditions.

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30. What produces lamellar granules which are filled with lipids (hydrophobic) giving skin waterproofing?

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Keratinocytes are epidermal cells that produce lamellar granules, essential for skin waterproofing.

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What is the scientific study & medical treatment of the integumentary...
What is the integumentary system composed of?
The integumentary system receives more medical treatment than any...
What are the functions of the Integumentary system?
What does the Integumentary system do to protect?
How does the Integumentary system control Thermoregulation?
The ________ is the body's_______ & _______ ________.
Which regions make up the skin?
What region makes up subcutaneous tissue?
Which region of the skin is superficial?
Which region of the skin is deep?
Where is the hypodermis located in relation to the skin?
Where is thick skin only found?
Which type of skin has sweat glands, no hair follicles, and no...
What type of skin covers everything on the body except palms, soles,...
What organ has: -hair follicles -sebaceous (oil) glands -sweat glands?
How thick is the epidermis?
How thick is the epidermis?
What type of tissue has:- keratinized stratified squamous epithelium -...
What are the 5 types of cells found in the epidermis?
What is the nickname of the first layer of the epidermis, and what...
In thin skin, what is the name of the thickest layer and what cell...
Which structure is 3-5 layers of keratinocytes and contains...
What is ONLY found in thick skin, looks thin and transparent, and...
What is eleidin?
What is the function of skin known for exfoliation (cells flake off),...
Where are keratinocytes produced and what produces them?
How long does it take from a keratinocyte to make its way to the skin...
What is the term for thick accumulations of dead keratinocytes on...
What produces lamellar granules which are filled with lipids...
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