Question 1

During the fetal period, sebum from the sebaceous glands mixes with the cells of the sloughed off periderm to form the vernix caseosa.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

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) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 3

-Which number indicates the hair papilla?

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A)   1
B)   2
C)   3
D)   4
E)   5F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 4

The structure responsible for pulling on the follicle and causing "goose bumps" is the

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A)   external root sheath.
B)   internal root sheath.
C)   epithelial root sheath.
D)   arrector pili muscle.
E)   papilla.F) None of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 5

What type of stimulus is detected by the sensory receptors of the skin?

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A)   Heat
B)   Cold
C)   Pressure
D)   Vibration
E)   All of the choices are correct.F) A) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 6

The function of melanin in the skin is to

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A)   reduce water loss.
B)   prevent infections.
C)   help regulate body temperature.
D)   protect against UV light.
E)   keep the epidermis soft and pliable.F) B) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

The epidermis derives from

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A)   mesoderm.
B)   ectoderm.
C)   mesenchyme.
D)   granulation tissue.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

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

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

Question 9

The police science of fingerprinting takes advantage of the unique pattern of ________ ridges found on human fingers, toes, palms, and soles.

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The answer of The police science of fingerprinting takes advantage...

Question 10

Tactile (Merkel)  cells are sensitive to

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A)   sound.
B)   light.
C)   touch.
D)   heat.
E)   cold.F) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 11

What is the composition of the subcutaneous layer?

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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 E)
G) C) and D)

Question 12

Granulation tissue is

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A)   vascular connective tissue.
B)   avascular connective tissue.
C)   vascular epithelial tissue.
D)   avascular epithelial tissue.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 13

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...

Question 14

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 15

Normally, skin color results from a combination of
A: melanin
B: hemoglobin
C: bilirubin
D: carotene

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

Question 16

The cells that contract and squeeze sweat glands causing them to discharge their accumulated secretions are called ________ cells.

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The answer of The cells that contract and squeeze sweat...

Question 17

The epidermis exhibits variations among different body regions within a single individual, as well as differences between individuals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

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

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

Question 19

Sweat gland secretion occurs in response to stimulation by the ________ division of the nervous system.

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The answer of Sweat gland secretion occurs in response to...

Question 20

Another name for the skin is the ________ membrane.

Accepted Answer

A)   serous
B)   parietal
C)   mucous
D)   cutaneous
E)   visceralF) B) and D)
G) C) and E)

Exam 6: Integumentary System

Normally, skin color results from a combination of A: melanin B: hemoglobin C: bilirubin D: carotene

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The cells that contract and squeeze sweat glands causing them to discharge their accumulated secretions are called ________ cells.

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The epidermis derives from

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Sweat gland secretion occurs in response to stimulation by the ________ division of the nervous system.

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

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Tactile (Merkel) cells are sensitive to

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During the fetal period, sebum from the sebaceous glands mixes with the cells of the sloughed off periderm to form the vernix caseosa.

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The function of melanin in the skin is to

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Sebum is a secretion that

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What is the composition of the subcutaneous layer?

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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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The police science of fingerprinting takes advantage of the unique pattern of ________ ridges found on human fingers, toes, palms, and soles.

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The structure responsible for pulling on the follicle and causing "goose bumps" is the

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Another name for the skin is the ________ membrane.

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What type of stimulus is detected by the sensory receptors of the skin?

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The epidermis exhibits variations among different body regions within a single individual, as well as differences between individuals.

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

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

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Granulation tissue is

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-Which number indicates the hair papilla?

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