Integumentary System flashcards are a helpful study tool designed to aid in learning about the skin, hair, nails, and glands that make up the integumentary system.
The integumentary system is the body’s largest organ system, responsible for protecting the body from external factors such as bacteria, viruses, and chemicals. It also helps regulate body temperature and is involved in the sensation of touch.
Using flashcards can help students memorize important terms, functions, and structures related to the integumentary system. Flashcards are a portable and interactive way to study, making it easier to review information and test your knowledge.
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quick facts
The integumentary system is made up of the skin, hair, nails, and glands.
Your skin is the largest organ in your body!
One of the main functions of the integumentary system is to protect your body from germs and other harmful things.
Your skin helps regulate your body temperature by sweating when you are hot.
Your hair and nails are made of a protein called keratin, which also makes up the outer layer of your skin.
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Epidermis
Outer layer of skin.
Dermis
Inner layer of skin that contains blood vessels, hair follicles, and sweat glands.
Hypodermis
The hypodermis is the innermost layer of the skin that contains fat cells.
Hair follicle
The hair follicle is where hair grows from on the skin.
Sebaceous gland
Gland in the skin that produces oil to keep skin and hair moisturized.
Sweat gland
Sweat gland: Glands in the skin that produce sweat to cool the body down.
Melanin
Pigment that gives color to skin, hair, and eyes.
Keratinocytes
Keratinocytes: Cells in the skin that produce the protein keratin.
Keratin
A tough protein found in hair, skin, and nails.
Collagen
Collagen: a protein that provides structure and support for tissues in the body.
Elastin
Protein that helps skin and tissues stretch and return to their original shape.
Melanocyte
Melanocyte: Cells in the skin that produce melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color.
Subcutaneous tissue
Layer of fat and connective tissue located beneath the skin.
Cutaneous sensation
Cutaneous sensation: Feeling or touch on the skin.
Epidermal ridges
Curved lines on fingertips.
Nails
Hard, protective covering on the tips of fingers and toes.
Cuticle
The cuticle is a thin, protective layer on the outside of plants and insects.
Eumelanin
Eumelanin: A type of pigment that gives hair and skin their dark color.
Pheomelanin
Pheomelanin: A type of pigment that gives hair and skin a yellow to red color.
Eccrine gland
Eccrine gland: Sweat gland that helps regulate body temperature by producing sweat.
