Skin Structure ~ Exit TicketVersión en línea Test Yourself Multiple Choice Quiz por Rosalind Carter 1 What is the outermost layer of skin? a epidermis b subcutaneous c dermis d adipose 2 What is the deepest layer of the epidermis? a stratum corneum b stratum spinosum c stratum lucidum d stratum germinativum 3 The special cells that produce dark skin pigment are called: a melanocytes b tactile corpuscles c elastins d secretory coils 4 The layer of skin that we see when we look at skin is the: a stratum lucidum b stratum corneum c stratum spinosum d dermis 5 The fibrous protein that is the principal component of hair and nails is called: a keratin b collagen c melanin d sebum 6 The _____ is the underlying or inner layer of the skin. a epidermis b arrector pili c dermis d adipose 7 Which layer of the skin supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients? a reticular layer b papillary layer c basal cell layer d subcutaneous tissue 8 Which layer of the dermis houses the nerve endings that are sensitive to touch and pressure? a papillary layer b stratum corneum c subcutaneous layer d reticular layer 9 Which of the following is a fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength? a melanin b keratin c elastin d collagen 10 Which of the following gives skin its flexibility and helps skin regain its shape after being expanded? a collagen b elastin c melanin d keratin 11 The _____ nerve fibers react to heat, cold, touch, pressure, and pain. a motor b secretory c sensory d biogen 12 Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin? a nutrition b excretion c protection d absorption Feedback 8 These nerve endings are found in the upper papillary layer of the dermis.
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