Across
- 4. a layer of stem cells connected to the dermis that make new cells
- 5. the narrowing of dermal blood vessels
- 7. cells that combine with nerve endings to make sensory receptors for touch
- 11. sweat glands in the armpit and groin
- 12. cells that ingest foreign invaders
- 15. contain capillaries that supply nutrients
- 18. the opening of dermal blood vessels
- 20. muscles that can cause the hair to stand upright
- 21. a layer of dermis that contains dense connective tissue
Down
- 1. the system that includes the skin
- 2. cells that allow skin to feel pressure/vibrations
- 3. where the blood vessels, glands, hair follicles, & nerves are located
- 6. a layer of dead cells
- 7. produce melanin
- 8. made of fat; not technically a layer of skin
- 9. the outer most layer of the skin
- 10. the central core of a hair
- 13. produce keratin
- 14. a chemical pigment that shields against UV radiation
- 16. where the fingernail grows
- 17. sweat glands on the palms and feet
- 19. glands that lubricate/soften skin and hair