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16 Cards in this Set
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Cytosol |
Watery component of the cytoplasm |
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Stratum Corneum |
Outerlayer of epidermis Large Quantities of keratin found here Tough "horny" superficial layer of epidermis |
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Dandruff |
Common cause: inflammation around sebaceous glands |
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Endocrine glands |
Ductless glands Secrete Hormones Secrete into the interstitial fluid |
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Epidermal Ridges (Dermal Papillae) |
Produce patterns that are determined genetically Extend into the dermis interconnect with dermal papillae. Causes ridges on the surface of the skin (fingerprints) |
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Plasmalemma
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Includes:
Glycolipids Integral proteins Phospholipids |
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Functions of Plasmalemma |
Sensitivity to chemical changes in ECF Regulation of exchange of materials with the extracellular environment Separation of the cytoplasm from the extracellular fluid (ECF) Structural support |
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Basal Lamina |
Connect epithelium to the underlying tissue |
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Smooth muscle |
Tapered end Non - Striated Unicellular Involuntary |
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Loose Connective tissue |
Stores Triglycerides Fills spaces between organs Support epithelia Anchors blood vessels and nerves |
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Signs of dehydration |
Skin, on the back of the hand, remains peaked after being pinched
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Full-thickness burn |
May require a skin graft |
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Nucleoli |
Site where components of ribosomes are formed |
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Tendons |
Attach skeletal muscles to bone |
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Ligaments |
Attach bone to bone |
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Basic shapes of epithelial cells |
Squamous Cubodial Columnar |
