Epidermis - ANS-outermost layer
subdivided into layers= strata
Dermis - ANS-connective tissue portion
blood vessels, nerve endings & glands
(middle)
Stratum basale - ANS-produce new cells
constantly divide
push to surface
Stratum corneum - ANS-surface of skin
flat & keratinized or cornified
melanin - ANS-in deepest epidermal layer
pigment that colors skin
protects from suns harmful uv rays
produce melanocytes
Dermis is - ANS-framework
irregular connective tissue
supplied with blood & nerves
TRUE SKIN
has accessory structures
dermal papillae - ANS-finger prints
prevents slipping
subcutaneous layer - ANS-hypodermis
superficial fascia
connect skin to deep fascia
areolar connective tissue & adipose tissue
insulate
blood vessels & nerves run through here
Thickest SC - ANS-abdomin