The tough superficial layer of the epidermis is known as the stratum
A) corneum.
B) lucidum.
C) basale.
D) granulosum.
E) spinosum.
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Question 2) The type of cells that form the strata in the epidermis are
A) adipocytes.
B) keratinocytes.
C) fibroblasts.
D) melanocytes.
E) dendritic cells.
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Question 3) The two components of the integumentary system are the
A) epidermis and dermis.
B) cutaneous membrane and hypodermis.
C) cutaneous membrane and accessory structures.
D) integument and hypodermis.
E) epidermis and superficial fascia.
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Question 4) Each of the following is a function of the integumentary system except
A) protection of underlying tissue.
B) excretion of salts and wastes.
C) maintenance of body temperature.
D) synthesis of vitamin C.
E) detection of sensations.
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Question 5) Rapid water loss from burned skin is an extreme form of ________ perspiration.
A) imprudent
B) non-sense
C) impractical
D) vacuous
E) insensible
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Question 6) Accumulations of fluid within the epidermis or between the epidermis and the dermis is/are called
A) keloids.
B) scabs.
C) blisters.
D) scars.
E) pus.
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Question 7) The majority of cancers are caused by
A) a sedentary lifestyle.
B) negative thoughts.
C) genetic factors.
D) contact with a person who has cancer.
E) chemical exposure or other environmental factors.
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Question 8) As a person ages, exercise contributes to
A) inflammation of the muscles.
B) faster aging due to exhaustion.
C) an increased incidence of cancer.
D) cumulative damage of tissues throughout the body.
E) maintaining bone strength.
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Question 9) Tissue changes with age include all of the following except
A) less efficient tissue maintenance.
B) proliferation of epidermal cells.
C) thinner epithelia.
D) more fragile connective tissues.
E) decreased ability to repair tissue damage.
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Question 10) The permanent replacement of normal tissue by fibrous tissue is called
A) inflammation.
B) apoptosis.
C) fibrosis.
D) cystosis.
E) necrosis.
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