Anatomy & Physiology
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Author: Kelly A. Young, James A. Wise, Peter DeSaix, Dean H. Kruse, Brandon Poe, Eddie Johnson, Jody E. Johnson, Oksana Korol, J. Gordon Betts, Mark Womble
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Chapter 5, Problem 16RQ
One of the functions of the integumentary system is protection. Which of the following does not directly contribute to that function?
- stratum lucidum
- desmosomes
- folic acid synthesis
- Merkel cells
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The reticular layer of the dermis is comprised of dense irregular connective tissue.
The epidermis is comprised of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium.
The papillary layer of the dermis is comprised of loose (areolar) connective tissue.
The hypodermis is comprised of white (unilocular) adipose tissue.
Thick skin is found covering most of the body and contains hair follicles.
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