Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781260159363
Author: Martin, Terry R., Prentice-craver, Cynthia
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
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Chapter 11, Problem 3.6A
How is the structure of the thick skin of the palms of the hands and soles of the feet properly suited for its function?
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Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
Ch. 11 - Which of the following is not a function of the...Ch. 11 - The two distinct skin layers are the epidermis and...Ch. 11 - Apocrine sweat glands are located in __________...Ch. 11 - The hypodermis is composed of __________ tissues....Ch. 11 - The _________ of the epidermis is only present in...Ch. 11 - Frequent cell division occurs in the...Ch. 11 - Prob. 7PLCh. 11 - Thick skin of the palms and soles contains five...Ch. 11 - Figure 11.6 Label the features of the skin.Ch. 11 - Match the structures in column A with the...
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