Integumentary System - Crossword
Across
- 2. Radiation Energy from the sun that can damage skin cells.
- 4. Fat layer beneath the dermis that insulates and cushions.
- 8. Cells Touch-sensitive cells found in the basal layer of the epidermis.
- 10. Cell structures that help hold skin cells together.
- 14. Pigment that gives skin its colour and protects from UV rays.
- 16. Protein that allows skin to return to its original shape.
- 17. Basale Deepest epidermal layer where new skin cells are formed.
- 18. Skin condition causing red, scaly patches due to rapid cell turnover.
- 20. Inner layer of skin containing blood vessels and nerves.
- 21. D Produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight.
- 24. Thickened skin area caused by repeated friction or pressure.
- 25. Protein in the dermis providing strength and elasticity.
- 26. Evaporation Cools the body by releasing heat through water loss.
- 27. Skin condition caused by blocked and inflamed sebaceous glands.
- 28. Cells Immune cells in the skin that detect pathogens.
- 29. Follicle Structure in the dermis from which a hair grows.
Down
- 1. Corpuscle Nerve receptor that detects deep pressure and vibration.
- 3. Widening of blood vessels to release body heat.
- 5. Membrane Thin layer anchoring the epidermis to the dermis.
- 6. Corpuscle Nerve receptor that senses light touch.
- 7. Thickening of the outer layer of skin due to excess keratin.
- 9. Narrowing of blood vessels to retain body heat.
- 11. Corneum Outermost layer of the epidermis made of dead cells.
- 12. Process of maintaining a stable internal body temperature.
- 13. Outer layer of the skin providing a waterproof barrier.
- 15. Hardened keratin plates that protect the fingertips and toes.
- 19. Medical term for hair loss.
- 22. Tough protein that strengthens hair, skin, and nails.
- 23. Glands Structures that produce perspiration to help regulate body temperature.
- 26. Oily substance secreted to lubricate and waterproof skin.