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Unit 4: intro to the integumentary system

Module 4.1: Basics of Integumentary 

Our skin is our first line of defence - learn how this dynamic organ responds to the world around us. 

4.1 Preview: Skin Features/Basic Physiology 

- Directions: Please begin by making your best guess (but think, and take your time) about which FUNCTION matches with each STRUCTURE. We will revisit this after completing the 4.1 lesson!

4.1 Lesson:

  • Please add ALL notes (both lessons) to your notebook (with the exception of the diagrams and images) - thanks!

PowerPoint 1: The basics

PowerPoint #2: Physiology 

Essential Vocab: Hypodermis, superficial fascia, epidermis, keratinocytes, keratin, melanocytes, melanin, tactile cells, thick skin, stratum basale, stratum germinativum, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, keratinization, stratum lucidum, stratum coreum, dermis, papillary layer, dermal papillae, friction ridges, reticular layer, cleavage, tension lines, melanin

Module Learning Targets: 

1.1 – Name the tissue types composing the dermis and the epidermis. List the major layers of each and describe their function.

1.2 – Describe the factors that normally contribute to skin color. Describe how changes can be used as clinical signs of certain disease states. 
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