skin
what does Anatomy mean?
The study of the internal & external structure of the body and there physical relationship
what is a cell?
smallest living structure
how many layers of the epidermis are there?
5 layers
Stratum corneum (horny&corny)
contains dead skin cells that are ready to shed Desquamation the natural process of shedding
Stratum lucidum (clear)
found in the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet
stratum granulosum(granular)
helps with a waterproof barrier that prevents fluid loss the spines die and turn into a protein called keratin found in hair and nails
stratum spinosum ( prickly )
held together by a sticky protein called Desmosomes provides resilience to the tissue contains nucleus & constantly reproduces has spunes that die & fight bacteria
stratum Germinativum ( basal)
contains nucles and seeds constantly reproduces & responsible for growth
the epidermis layer is made up of which tissue?
Epithelial
can the skin absorb products?
yes
melanin cells are located on which layer of the epidermis?
Stratum Germinativum (basal)
Desquamation is a form of?
the natural process of shedding
what are the 2 layers of the Dermis?
Papillary & Reticular
what does the dermis contain?
nerve endings, lymph vessels, blood vessel, sweat glands, hair follicles
meaning of contagious?
spread of diseases and infections from one person to another organsim
what are infections caused from?
bacteria, fungi, infestation, virus
what are the 5 functions of the skeleton?
1. Support
2. Protection
3. Movement
4. Storage & Minerals
5. Production of blood cells
provide viens & arteries for the blood & circulation gives oxygen to cells carries away waste from cells protection from disease regulate body temp
Blood reservoir
providing movement with attachment for muscles to bone & joint framework produces blood cells & store minerals
skeletal
performs physical & chemical breakdown of food eliminating waste
Digestive
ringworm of the scalp
Tinea capitis
cold sores small blisters become larger
impetigo
Superficial itchy blisters containg pus blisters rupture
herpes
inflame mucus membranes of eye itchy with discharge
conjunctivitis
blocked oil glands of eyelids red inflamed pus
stye