Question 1

Cancer cells in the epidermis are attacked by

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A)  Merkel cells.
B)  epidermal dendritic cells.
C)  melanocytes.
D)  keratinocytes.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

Keratinocytes are

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A)  the most abundant cell type in the epidermis.
B)  found throughout all epidermal strata.
C)  sometimes alive and sometimes dead,depending on where they are found.
D)  able to synthesize the protein keratin.
E)  All of the choices are correct.F) All of the above
G) A) and E)

Question 3

Where on the human body is the hair thick enough to retain heat

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A)  Beard
B)  Axillary region
C)  Nose
D)  Pubic region
E)  ScalpF) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 4

Compared to a young adult,an older individual has ________ skin.

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A)  thicker
B)  thinnerC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 5

In order to retain heat,what occurs in the skin on a cold day

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A)  Blood vessels of the dermis constrict.
B)  Blood vessels of the dermis dilate.
C)  Blood vessels of the epidermis constrict.
D)  Blood vessels of the epidermis dilate.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 6

Sebum is a secretion that

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A)  cools the skin and eliminates certain drugs.
B)  lubricates skin and helps defend against bacteria.
C)  maintains water balance through waterproofing the skin.
D)  acts as a pheremone once reproductive maturity is reached.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

The mammary glands of the breasts are modified ______ sweat glands.

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Question 8

Which of these comprise the nail plate
A: Free edge
B: Nail folds
C: Eponchyium
D: Nail root
E: Nail body

Accepted Answer

A)  a,d,e
B)  a,b,d,e
C)  a,b,c,e
D)  a,c,d,e
E)  a,b,eF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 9

The subcutaneous layer,or hypodermis,is one of the two parts of the integument.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

In response to severe injuries or burns,the body may repair itself by producing scar tissue to fill the damaged area.This process is called _______.

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The answer of In response to severe injuries or burns,the...

Question 11

Skin is very tough but extremely sensitive.Explain how some structures in the skin allow it to withstand a vigorous pinch and tug,while other structures allow it to detect the presence of a mosquito on your arm.

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Skin's toughness comes from the durabili...

Question 12

What does number 5 indicate

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A)  Eccrine gland
B)  Hair follicle
C)  Hair matrix
D)  Hair shaft
E)  Epidermal ridgeF) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 13

The stratum basale attaches to an underlying _______ membrane that separates the epidermis from the adjacent dermis.

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The answer of The stratum basale attaches to an underlying...

Question 14

Which skin markings usually disappear during childhood

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A)  Friction ridges
B)  Capillary hemangiomas
C)  Cavernous hemangiomas
D)  Pili
E)  NeviF) All of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 15

The epidermal dendritic cells are able to play an important immune response role by their phagocytic activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A ______,also called a mole,is a harmless,localized overgrowth of melanin-forming cells.

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The answer of A ______,also called a mole,is a harmless,localized...

Question 17

The white crescent at the proximal end of the nail plate is called the _________.or

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The answer of The white crescent at the proximal end...

Question 18

Which are applicable to the stratum corneum
A: Most superficial stratum
B: Consists of about 3-5 cell layers
C: Cells are dead
D: Interlocking keratinized cells
E: Cells are anucleate

Accepted Answer

A)  a,c,d
B)  a,c,e
C)  a,b,d
D)  a,c,d,e
E)  a,b,c,d,eF) A) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 19

Production of this vitamin requires skin exposure to the sun.This vitamin is crucial for regulation of calcium and phosphate.

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamin A
B)  Vitamin B12
C)  Vitamin C
D)  Vitamin D
E)  Vitamin EF) A) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 20

What is the composition of the subcutaneous layer

Accepted Answer

A)  Adipose connective tissue
B)  Areolar connective tissue
C)  Dense irregular connective tissue
D)  Areolar connective tissue and dense irregular connective tissue
E)  Areolar connective tissue and adipose connective tissueF) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Exam 6: Integumentary System

A ______,also called a mole,is a harmless,localized overgrowth of melanin-forming cells.

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The mammary glands of the breasts are modified ______ sweat glands.

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Skin is very tough but extremely sensitive.Explain how some structures in the skin allow it to withstand a vigorous pinch and tug,while other structures allow it to detect the presence of a mosquito on your arm.

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The subcutaneous layer,or hypodermis,is one of the two parts of the integument.

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Where on the human body is the hair thick enough to retain heat

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The white crescent at the proximal end of the nail plate is called the _________.or

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What is the composition of the subcutaneous layer

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In response to severe injuries or burns,the body may repair itself by producing scar tissue to fill the damaged area.This process is called _______.

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Keratinocytes are

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Which of these comprise the nail plate A: Free edge B: Nail folds C: Eponchyium D: Nail root E: Nail body

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Which are applicable to the stratum corneum A: Most superficial stratum B: Consists of about 3-5 cell layers C: Cells are dead D: Interlocking keratinized cells E: Cells are anucleate

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The epidermal dendritic cells are able to play an important immune response role by their phagocytic activity.

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What does number 5 indicate

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Which skin markings usually disappear during childhood

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Cancer cells in the epidermis are attacked by

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Compared to a young adult,an older individual has ________ skin.

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Production of this vitamin requires skin exposure to the sun.This vitamin is crucial for regulation of calcium and phosphate.

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In order to retain heat,what occurs in the skin on a cold day

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The stratum basale attaches to an underlying _______ membrane that separates the epidermis from the adjacent dermis.

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Sebum is a secretion that

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