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What are the 3 layers of the skin? |
The Epidermis, Dermis, & Hypodermis. |
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What are characteristics of the Epidermis region? |
1. Superficial layer
2. Composted of Stratified Squamous Keratinized Epithelium 3. Avascular 4. Consists of 5 Layers in THICK Skin, 4 layers in THIN skin. |
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What is the additional layer that THICK skin has? |
Stratum Lucidum |
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What are the layers of the skin? |
1. Stratum Basale 2. Stratum Spinosum 3. Stratum Granulosum 4. Stratum Lucidum 5. Stratum Corneum |
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What are characteristics of the Dermis? |
1. Deep layer below Epidermis 2. Composed of Connective Tissue 3. Highly Vascular 4. Consists of two layers: Papillary & Reticular 5. Houses glands, hair, and sensory receptors |
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What are characteristics of the Hypodermis? |
1. Deeper than the dermis 2. Primarily composed of adipose tissue 3. Also know as the Subcutaneous Layer |
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What are the two parts of the Integumentary System? |
1. Cutaneous Membrane (skin) 2. Accessory Organs |
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Describe the Stratum Basale Layer: |
- Deepest layer of the Epidermis - Contacts the Dermis - Single layer of actively dividing cells |
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Describe the Stratum Spinosum Layer: |
- Keratinocytes are dying and shrinking - Have characteristics of "spiny shapes" (structure) |
