integ system

Question 1

epidermis

Answer 1

top layer (skin)
PROTECTION
4-5 layers hardening and waterproofing
tissue: stratified squamous

Question 2

dermis

Answer 2

strong, flexible connective tissue
collagen (strong)
highly vascular/ nerve endings to brain
MACROPHAGES AND FIBROBLASTS

Question 3

hypodermis

Answer 3

areolar and adipose
WE HAVE MOST CONTROL OVER
connects dermis to the underlying muscles
adipose absorbs shock and insulates against heat loss

Question 4

functions of integumentary

Answer 4

protection
body temp
cutaneous sensation
metabolic function
blood reservoir
excretion

Question 5

dermis layers

Answer 5

papillary- top layer
areolar/pct with collagen elastic fibers
outer surface contains papillae with stick up for attachment of skin.
dermal papillae makes finger prints