INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM
INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS
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Question
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Identify the cell responsible for creating the waterproofing protein, keratin. (Slide 6)
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Keratinocyte
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Stem Cell
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Melanocyte
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Follicle
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The keratinocytes in the stratum spinosum begin the synthesis of keratin and release a water-repelling glycolipid that helps prevent water loss from the body, making the skin relatively waterproof.
Detailed explanation-2: -Function. Keratinocytes are highly specialized. They play an essential role in protection, as they form a tight barrier that prevents foreign substances from entering the body, while minimizing the loss of moisture, heat, and other constituents.
Detailed explanation-3: -Keratin is an intermediate filament protein produced by keratinocytes.
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