A&P I, Chapter 5.The Integumentary System

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Across
  1. 3. most superficial layer of the epidermis
  2. 4. compound that aids absorption of calcium and phosphates in the intestine to improve bone health
  3. 5. type of stem cell found in the stratum basal and in the hair matrix that continually undergoes cell division, producing the keratinocytes of the epidermis
  4. 6. layer of the epidermis between the stratum granulosum and stratum corneum, found only in thick skin covering the palms, soles of the feet, and digits
  5. 9. structure that forms an impermeable junction between cells
  6. 13. granulated protein found in the stratum granulosum
  7. 14. oily substance that is composed of a mixture of lipids that lubricates the skin and hair
  8. 16. disease in children caused by vitamin D deficiency, which leads to the weakening of bones
  9. 17. type of sweat gland that is associated with hair follicles in the armpits and genital regions
  10. 18. (also, lamellated corpuscle) receptor in the skin that responds to vibration
Down
  1. 1. type of structural protein that gives skin, hair, and nails its hard, water-resistant properties
  2. 2. specialized dendritic cell found in the stratum spinosum that functions as a macrophage
  3. 3. layer of the epidermis superficial to the stratum basale, characterized by the presence of desmosomes
  4. 7. extension of the papillary layer of the dermis that increases surface contact between the epidermis and dermis
  5. 8. cell found in the stratum basale of the epidermis that produces the pigment melanin
  6. 10. deepest layer of the epidermis, made of epidermal stem cells
  7. 11. receptor cell in the stratum basale of the epidermis that responds to the sense of touch
  8. 12. (also, tactile corpuscle) receptor in the skin that responds to light touch
  9. 15. clear protein-bound lipid found in the stratum lucidum that is derived from keratohyalin and helps to prevent water loss