Which layer of the epidermis is found in only a few areas of the body?
A. stratum lucidum
B. stratum spinosum
C. stratum granulosum
D. stratum corneum
E. stratum basale
A
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What is the dense outer covering of a long bone that contains many nerve fibers and is responsible for the pain of a fracture?
Sensations of burning or aching pain
A) are carried by type A fibers. B) reach the CNS quickly. C) cause a generalized activation of the reticular formation and the thalamus. D) are well localized. E) are fast adapting.
The female reproductive system releases eggs through the process of ovulation. The eggs then travel to the uterus, which is the most common site for fertilization.
a. true b. false
Which of the following statements concerning development of the integumentary system is true?
A. The epidermis is derived from mesoderm. B. The melanocytes are derived from ectoderm. C. Nails, hair, and glands develop from the dermis. D. Sensory receptors in the skin are derived from the epidermis. E. Collagen fibers do not appear until after birth.