BIOD 151 Module 7 Exam questions and 100% correct answers

The integumentary system is comprised of what three parts of the body? - correct answer skin, hair, nails List the layers of the skin superficial to deep. - correct answer epidermis, dermis, hypodermis Describe 3 functions of the integumentary system. - correct answer production of vitamin D, contain sense organs for protection of skin and underlying tissue, protection from pathogens T or F: Thermoreceptors detect fine touch. - correct answer false; Merkel's cells and Meissner's corpuscles T or F: Merkel's cells and Meissner's corpuscles are thermoreceptors. - correct answer false; mechanoreceptors T or F: Pacinian corpuscles detect pressure. - correct answer true Describe what an exocrine gland contains and how its contents reach the surface of the skin. - correct answer Exocrine glands contain secretions which are released through a duct into an epithelial surface or lining. What is a sebaceous gland? - correct answer oil glands that produce sebum What is the purpose of thermoregulation in the body? - correct answer Thermoregulation helps the body to regulate its temperature. What is one example of thermoregulation? - correct answer perspiration