NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the three main layers of skin? Check all that apply.
A
Hyperdermis
B
Epidermis
C
Dermis
D
Cellulitis
E
Hypodermis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Skin is the largest organ in the body and covers the body’s entire external surface. It is made up of three layers, the epidermis, dermis, and the hypodermis, all three of which vary significantly in their anatomy and function.

Detailed explanation-2: -Skin has three layers: The epidermis, the outermost layer of skin, provides a waterproof barrier and creates our skin tone. The dermis, beneath the epidermis, contains tough connective tissue, hair follicles, and sweat glands. The deeper subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis) is made of fat and connective tissue.

Detailed explanation-3: -3. The Hypodermis. The hypodermis is made of subcutaneous (under the skin) fats, connective tissues, blood vessels, and nerve cells. It’s the layer of skin where fat is deposited and stored.

Detailed explanation-4: -The hypodermis is the innermost layer of the skin. It stores fat and energy, pads and protects the body, attaches skin to the bones and muscle, and is very important in maintaining body temperature. This layer of the skin thins with age, increasing the risk for hypothermia or heat exhaustion.

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