Shared Flashcard Set

Details

The Skin
.
7
Anatomy
11th Grade
11/19/2008
Click here to study/print these flashcards.

Create your own flash cards! Sign up here.

Additional Anatomy Flashcards

 

 

Cards

Term
What does the hypodermis do
 Definition
stores fat and anchors the skin to underlying tissue
Term
what do keratinocytes do
 Definition
produce keratin
Term
what is the function of keratin
 Definition
gives the epidermis ist protective properties
Term
what do melanocytes do
 Definition
produce melanin
Term
what is the function of melanin
 Definition
a pigment that protects the skin from UV rays
Term
what do langerhans cells do
 Definition
they are part of the immune system
Term
what does a merkel cell do
 Definition
it is a sensory receptor for touch
Supporting users have an ad free experience!