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Set 5 The Integumentary System

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Question 1

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This layer is attached to the basement membrane by hemidesmosomes and to other cells by desmosomes.

A)Stratum basale
B)Stratum spinosum
C)Stratum granulosum
D)Stratum lucidum
E)Stratum corneum

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Question 2

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Anorexia may cause adults to develop fine,unpigmented hairs to help with warmth and insulation.Which type of hair is described?

A)Terminal
B)Vellus
C)Lanugo
D)Papilla

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Question 3

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Which statements are true?
1)The majority of the skin does not contain stratum lucidum.
2)Stratum lucidum is found in areas of high friction,such as the palms and soles.
3)Live keratinocytes are located in the stratum lucidum.
4)Friction will cause the stratum lucidum to form calluses.

A)1,2,3,4
B)1 and 4
C)2,3,4
D)1 and 2
E)3 and 4

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