Question 1

An epidermal layer that produces large amounts of keratin is the

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A)   stratum corneum.
B)   stratum lucidum.
C)   stratum germinativum.
D)   stratum granulosum.
E)   stratum spinosum.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E) D

Question 2

Exposure of the skin to ultraviolet light

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A)   can result in increased numbers of melanocytes forming in the skin.
B)   can result in decreased melanin production by melanocytes.
C)   can cause destruction of vitamin D.
D)   can stimulate the production of melanin.
E)   has no effect on the skin cells.F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 3

The dermis is composed largely of

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A)   adipose tissue.
B)   blood vessels.
C)   dense irregular connective tissue.
D)   muscle tissue.
E)   neural tissue.F) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 4

When the arrector pili muscles contract,

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A)   "goose bumps" are formed.
B)   hairs are shed.
C)   sweat is released from sweat glands.
D)   shivering occurs.
E)   the skin changes color.F) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 5

The condition that results from clogged sebaceous glands is

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A)   a boil.
B)   a carbuncle.
C)   acne.
D)   a blister.
E)   none of the aboveF) B) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 6

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
-Label C: ________

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The answer of  Using the figure above, identify the...

Question 7

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
-Label N: ________

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The answer of  Using the figure above, identify the...

Question 8

Thin skin is defined by the thickness of the

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A)   dermis.
B)   epidermis.
C)   hypodermis.
D)   subcutaneous layer.
E)   melanin.F) D) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 9

Epidermal cells synthesize this vitamin when exposed to sunlight.

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A)   vitamin D2
B)   vitamin C
C)   vitamin E
D)   vitamin D3
E)   vitamin AF) B) and C)
G) C) and D) D

Question 10

_________________________ is a pigment found in vegetables that can make skin appear orange or yellow.

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The answer of _________________________ is a pigment found in vegetables...

Question 11

In albinism, ________ is lacking.

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A)   melanin
B)   keratin
C)   carotene
D)   keratinocytes
E)   collagenF) B) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 12

As cells are pushed from the deeper portion of the epidermis toward the surface,

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A)   they divide.
B)   they die.
C)   their nutrient supply increases.
D)   they enter the dermis.
E)   all of the aboveF) A) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 13

Using the figure above, identify the labeled part.
-Label A: ________

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The answer of  Using the figure above, identify the...

Question 14

_________________________ are accumulations of fluid within the epidermis or between the epidermis and the dermis.

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Blisters

Question 15

The skin is also called the

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A)   serous membrane.
B)   mucous membrane.
C)   synovial membrane.
D)   cutaneous membrane.
E)   none of the aboveF) B) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 16

Glands that are located in the ear canal are called

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A)   ceruminous glands.
B)   apocrine sweat glands.
C)   sebaceous glands.
D)   merocrine sweat glands.
E)   mammary glands.F) A) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 17

Which of the following is a function of the integumentary system that aids the endocrine system?

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A)   protection of underlying tissue
B)   excretion
C)   maintenance of body temperature
D)   synthesis of vitamin D
E)   nutrition and storageF) A) and C)
G) All of the above

Question 18

The pale cresent area of the nail is called the

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A)   nail root.
B)   nail bed.
C)   lunula.
D)   free edge.
E)   cuticle.F) C) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 19

Melanin serves to protect cells under the epidermis from _________________________.

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The answer of Melanin serves to protect cells under the...

Question 20

A burn that involves only the epidermis, such as a mild sunburn, is classified as

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A)   first degree.
B)   second degree.
C)   third degree.
D)   fourth degree.
E)   a permanent-damage burn.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Exam 5: The Integumentary System

An epidermal layer that produces large amounts of keratin is the

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Exposure of the skin to ultraviolet light

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The dermis is composed largely of

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When the arrector pili muscles contract,

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The condition that results from clogged sebaceous glands is

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Using the figure above, identify the labeled part. -Label C: ________

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Using the figure above, identify the labeled part. -Label N: ________

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Thin skin is defined by the thickness of the

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Epidermal cells synthesize this vitamin when exposed to sunlight.

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_________________________ is a pigment found in vegetables that can make skin appear orange or yellow.

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In albinism, ________ is lacking.

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As cells are pushed from the deeper portion of the epidermis toward the surface,

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Using the figure above, identify the labeled part. -Label A: ________

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_________________________ are accumulations of fluid within the epidermis or between the epidermis and the dermis.

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The skin is also called the

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Glands that are located in the ear canal are called

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Which of the following is a function of the integumentary system that aids the endocrine system?

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The pale cresent area of the nail is called the

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Melanin serves to protect cells under the epidermis from _________________________.

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A burn that involves only the epidermis, such as a mild sunburn, is classified as

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