Chapter 4.6, Problem 2LO

Summary Introduction

To explain:

The structure of the epidermis and dermis.

Introduction:

The epidermis layer consists of skin cells containing melanocytes. The skin contains various pores for the secretion of sweat and fatty acids. The secretions prevent the growth of the bacteria or other microorganisms on the skin layer. The dermis is the inner layer of the cells containing arrector pili muscles, free nerve endings, hair follicle, hair root and sweat glands.

Pictorial representation:

The structure of epidermis and dermis are well represented in the Fig. 1.

Fig. 1: The structure of epidermis and dermis.