Physiology I: Crossword 12/10

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Across
  1. 2. Star-shaped cells responsible for the production of fibers and the matrix
  2. 4. Layer of skin between the epidermis and hypodermis
  3. 6. Mature bone cells found within the calcium matrix
  4. 7. Type of gland found in the dermis secretes sebum
  5. 8. Most abundant protein in the body
  6. 11. Transport across the cell membrane that requires input of cellular energy
  7. 13. Flake-like sections of the lattice-like matrix in spongy bone
  8. 17. Smooth muscle that when activated causes hair to “stand up”
  9. 18. Small, round bone embedded in tendons
  10. 20. Embryonic germ layer from which connective tissue, muscle tissue, and some epithelial tissue derive
  11. 21. Deepest layer of the epidermis
Down
  1. 1. Most abundant tissue in the body, roles include support, binding, cushioning, and storage.
  2. 3. Membrane that covers cartilage
  3. 5. Receptor cell in the epidermis that responds to the sense of touch
  4. 9. also, Haversian system) basic structural unit of compact bone
  5. 10. Pigment that determines the colour of hair and skin
  6. 12. Thickened area of skin that arises due to constant abrasion
  7. 14. Membrane-bound organelle that contains detoxifying enzyme
  8. 15. Surface visible outermost layer of keratinocytes on a strand of hair
  9. 16. Resting phase of the hair growth cycle
  10. 19. Structure that forms an impermeable junction between cells