Body Membranes and Integumentary System
1. List and describe the 4 types of body membranes be sure to include where they are
found.
2. List the 6 functions of the skin.
3. Diagram the 3 layers of the skin and list what type of tissue is found in each.
4. List the 5 strata of the Epidermis from most superficial to deepest.
5. Explain the process of cellular reproduction and death in the epidermis
6. Explain what a melanocyte is and its roles in the integumentary system (skin and hair)
7. Be able to label the 5 layers of the epidermis.
8. List the components of the dermis and explain the 2 types of neurons found within.
9. Differentiate between the two types of pressure receptors found in the dermis
10. What are accessory organs?
11. Compare and contrast the 2 types of skin cancers discussed in this unit.
12. Explain the function of the arrector pili muscle.
13. Compare and contrast the two types of glands (be very complete in description and
explanation)
14. Where does the majority of internal heat come from?
15. List and explain the 4 ways to lose body heat to the environment.
16. Define Heat Exhaustion, give signs/symptoms and treatment
17. How is skin color determined ( give all factors involved)
18. Define Jaundice and cyanotic.