The Skin

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Across
  1. 4. sends chemical signals throughout the body
  2. 5. Layers of dead keratinocytes, outermost thinner layer
  3. 6. responsible for immune response in cells
  4. 8. contains 8-10 layers of keratin located in the epidermis
  5. 10. inner thicker layer of the skin
  6. 12. secretes oily matter in the skin
  7. 13. an abundance of cells that surround a hair root
  8. 14. visible hair outside the skin
  9. 15. responsible for transporting blood around the body
Down
  1. 1. outermost layer of the skin
  2. 2. Layers of flattened keratinocytes produce keratin and lamellar granules releasing lipids.
  3. 3. responsible for producing melanin
  4. 5. innermost layer of the epidermis
  5. 7. provides protection for the organs and the body.
  6. 9. make up 90% of cells, deepest and produce keratin
  7. 11. responsible for nerve endings and sensory response
  8. 12. small follicles that create sweat
  9. 14. innermost layer of the skin made up of fatty tissues