Chapter 8: Skin Physiology Practice Exam Questions Correctly Answered.

Chapter 8: Skin Physiology Practice Exam Questions Correctly Answered. Skin Physiology - CORRECT ANSWER The study of the skin's functions Skin Histology - CORRECT ANSWER The microscopic study of the skin's tissue Integumentary System - CORRECT ANSWER The skin and it's layers Dermatology - CORRECT ANSWER The study of the skin Dermatologist - CORRECT ANSWER A physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the skin, hair and nails Pore - CORRECT ANSWER Tiny opening or passageway which allows sweat or sebum to pass through the surface of the skin Hair Follicle - CORRECT ANSWER An opening that contains the root of a hair within it Six Functions of the Skin - CORRECT ANSWER Protection Absorption Secretion Sensation Excretion Regulation Keratin - CORRECT ANSWER Protein substance which contains chemical elements such as carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen and sulfur. Found in hard form (fingernails and hair) and soft form (skin).