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From Integumentary System

Hard, visible part of the nail.

Lymphatic Vessels

Vessels responsible for transporting lymph throughout the skin.

Oxygen-carrying protein in blood responsible for the red coloration of skin.

Part of hair within the follicle, undergoing growth.

Type of melanin that produces brown and black pigmentation.

Glands in females that produce milk during lactation.

Arrector Pili Muscle

Small muscle attached to hair follicles causing hair to stand up.

Stratum Lucidum

Layer found only in thick skin, providing extra protection.

Sebaceous Glands

Glands that produce sebum (oil) to lubricate skin and hair.

Papillary Layer

Upper layer of dermis, containing capillaries and sensory neurons.

Free Nerve Endings

Pain receptors (nociceptors) and temperature receptors.

Fat tissue in the hypodermis that insulates and stores energy.

Ceruminous Glands

Specialized sweat glands in the ear canal that produce earwax.

Cluster of cells at the base of the hair follicle containing capillaries.

Type of melanin that produces yellow and red pigmentation.

Connective Tissue

Fibrous tissue supporting the skin and other organs.

Hard, keratinized extensions at the tips of fingers and toes.

Reticular Layer

Deeper dermal layer, housing collagen and elastin fibers.

Layer below the epidermis providing structure and flexibility.

Stratum Corneum

Outermost layer of epidermis composed of dead, flattened skin cells.

Apocrine Sweat Glands

Sweat glands found in the armpits and genital areas.

Cutaneous Blood Vessels

Blood vessels located in the dermis supplying oxygen and nutrients.

Glands that produce sweat to regulate body temperature.

Lamellated (Pacinian) Corpuscles

Receptors that detect deep pressure and vibration.

Receptors that detect light touch and pressure.

Stratum Granulosum

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Layer of epidermis where keratinization begins.

Did you know? The skin acts as a waterproof barrier, preventing water from entering or leaving the body.