Layers Of The Skin Quiz Worksheet

In this layer cells become compacted and regularly shaped
The toughest layer of the Epidermis
This layer is composed of keratinocytes that continually shed and are replaced with new cells
The lowest layer of the epidermis aka the basal layer
Outermost protective layer of the skin
This layer is connected to the subcutaneous layer
This layer contains keratohyalin which forms keratin
This layer contains desmosomes that appear as spines
This layer is connected to the Stratum Germinativum
This layer helps protect the skins immunity by containing langerhan and t-cells
This layer is thickest on the palms and soles of the feel
This layer contains fibroblast cells, mast cells, elastin, collagen and is located under the epidermis
This layer is where keratinization occurs
This layer doesn’t contain any blood vessels and is composed primarily of keratinocytes
Basal cells divide via mitosis within this layer
This layer is known for its transparency
This layer contains blood vessels and capillaries that supply nutrients to the epidermis
Desmosomes and squamous cells are found in this layer
Merkel cells, sensory cells, touch receptors, melanocytes, and melanosomes are all found within this layer
This layer forms ridges or whorls that are genetically determined
This layer houses Pain receptors, thermoreceptors, mechanoreceptors, tactile Receptors