Melanin - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Bio 210 lecture exam 2 latest version 100% pass Integumentary system consist of skin and its derivatives The integument is the skin covering the body the integument also known as the cutaneous membrane Dermatology its scientific study and treatment of the integumentary system The integument the body's largest organ Layers of the skin epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous layer(not considered in the integument) Epidermis stratified squamous epithelium Dermis deep layer, prim...

1st line of defense, prevents excessive fluid loss, maintain body temp, sensory perception, vitamin D synthesis Correct Answer-functions of the skin keratin, melanin, albinisim, vitiligo, melasma Correct Answer-what are the 5 basic layers of the epidermis keratin Correct Answer--waterproofs the skin -protein found in skin, hair, nails -prevents loss of body fluid through the skin and entry of excessive water into the body melanin Correct Answer--skin pigment -determines skin color

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Straighterline Anatomy & Physiology I Midterm Exam (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A Question: Melanin Select one: a. makes the skin lighter. b. is increased with exposure to infrared light. c. is absent in individuals with albinism. d. is a pigment produced by cells in the stratum corneum. e. is transferred to other cells by osmosis. Answer: c. is absent in individuals with albinism. Question: The outer surface of the hair...

Exam 4: BIO 201/ BIO201 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Human Anatomy and Physiology I|| 100% Correct| Grade A (Verified Answers)- GCU Q: Meningitis Answer: inflammation of meninges usually found in infants Q: Symptoms of meningitis Answer: high fever, stiff neck (nuchal rigidity), drowsiness, and intense headache Q: How to diagnose meningitis Answer: examine CSF by lumbar puncture (spinal tap) Q: Brain ventricles Answer: where CSF is made Q: Ce...

IBEC Electrology, Laser, and IPL Exam (Answered 100% Correctly) What is melanin? Gives our skin its color. What is keratine? Gives skin a yellow undertone. What is another name for the dermis? True skin or Living layer What is the stratum corneum? Over most layer. Protects and sheds What is the stratum lucidum? Only found on our palms and soles. Lets light through. What is the stratum granulosum? Helps the cells die. What is the stratum spinosum? First line of defense. What is th...

What percentage of the body's wieght does the skin count for? - correct answer 15% What is the third layer of the epidermis? - correct answer stratum granulosum Which corpuscles detect stronger pressure and vibrations? - correct answer Pacinian Corpuscles Which corpuscles detect weak and pressure and vibrations? - correct answer Meissner's Corpuscles What do merl's disks detect? - correct answer Touch What causes a callus - correct answer Hyperkeratosis What is the thickenin...

Adult Health Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The nurse reviews the health record of a client with melasma. The nurse would anticipate that this client will exhibit: 1. Skin that is uniformly dark in color 2. Very pale skin with little pigmentation 3. Patches of skin that have loss of pigmentation 4. Blotchy brown macules across the cheeks and forehead ANS: 4 Rationale: Melasma is a condition caused by hormonal influences on melanin production and is noted by the appearance of blotchy bro...

Corrugations Nail disorder - Horizontal wavy ridges caused by uneven growth due to illness or injuries. Furrows Nail disorder - vertical lines down the nail plate caused by nutrition, injury or illness. Brainpower Read More Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:00 / 0:15 Full screen Leuconchia White spots on the nail caused by injury to the base of the nail Onychorrhexis Split or brittle nails caused by injury, careless filing, vit...

Regis NU650: Module 1 – Derm 100% Correct Epidermis The outermost layer of the skin Dermis Layer of skin beneath the epidermis; the inner supportive layer Sebaceous glands Glands that produce an oily substance called serum that is secreted through hair follicles Eccrine sweat glands Glands that produce sweat directly onto the skin's surface Apocrine sweat glands Glands that produce a thick, milky secretion found in the armpit and groin Subcutaneous tissue Adipose tissue...