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Biology - Anatomy

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The stratum lucidum is only found in thick skin. What is another difference when comparing thick skin to regular (thin) skin? Thick skin has a thicker _____ than thin skin.

Which layer of the cutaneous membrane lies directly inferior to the epidermis? It is known as the _____ layer of the dermis.

Which layer of the epidermis is the thickest layer? It is known as the _____.

Which layer of the epidermis contains melanocytes, Merkel cells, and stem cells? This layer is called the _____.

What is the function of Langerhans cells (dendritic cells) which are located in the stratum spinosum? They help protect the body from _____ and aid in the immune response against superficial skin cancer.

Which of the following is the correct order of epidermal layers of thick skin from deep to superficial? The order is _____, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, stratum corneum.

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting skin color? The primary cell type in the epidermis, _____, does not directly affect skin color.

Why does exposure to sunlight darken skin? This occurs because _____ will produce more pigment in response to UV rays.

A person with _____ will have a bronze-like appearance of their skin and nails and have hyperpigmentation of their gums.

What organ may be involved if a person presents with jaundice? The _____ is often implicated in cases of jaundice.

The most dangerous form of skin cancer is called _____.

When you cut yourself and bleed/feel the sensation of pain, which cutaneous membranes have been damaged? Both the _____ and epidermis are affected.

Which cutaneous membrane must be reached for a tattoo to become permanent? The ink must penetrate the _____.

Compare the number of melanocytes between fair-skinned individuals and dark-skinned individuals. Fair- and dark-skinned people have approximately the same number of _____.

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