Medical terms

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Across
  1. 3. – Outer protective layer of the skin
  2. 5. receptor – Nerve ending that detects touch, pain, or temperature
  3. 8. – Thick inner layer of skin containing nerves and blood vessels
  4. 10. – Thickened area of skin from friction
  5. 11. – Fingerlike projections that increase surface area
  6. 12. – Another term for sweat-producing glands
  7. 15. pili – Tiny muscle that causes goosebumps
  8. 16. corneum – Outermost layer of the epidermis
  9. 17. – Tough protein that strengthens skin, hair, and nails
  10. 19. follicle – Tube-like structure that anchors hair into the skin
Down
  1. 1. – Sweat gland found in the armpits and groin
  2. 2. – Layer of fat beneath the dermis
  3. 3. – Sweat gland that helps regulate body temperature
  4. 4. germinativum – Deep epidermal layer where new skin cells form
  5. 6. – Oil-producing glands in the skin
  6. 7. – Pigment responsible for skin and hair color
  7. 9. – Fluid-filled pocket caused by skin damage
  8. 13. gland – Structure that produces perspiration
  9. 14. – Layer of skin at the base of the nail
  10. 18. bed – Skin beneath the nail plate