Question

question 6
2.5 pts
matching
match the following terms and identifying phrases.
the outermost layer of the skin
choose
cells that contain and produce dark brown-to-black pigments
choose
the middle stratum of the skin; also called the corium
choose
cells that manufacture and store fat
choose
the deepest layer of the skin, which connects the skin to the surface muscles
choose

Explanation:

Identify the outermost layer of the skin

The outermost layer of the skin is the epidermis. It serves as a protective barrier against environmental hazards.

Identify cells producing dark pigments

Melanocytes are specialized cells located in the basal layer of the epidermis that produce melanin, the dark brown-to-black pigment responsible for skin and hair color.

Identify the middle stratum of the skin

The dermis is the middle layer of the skin, situated beneath the epidermis. It is also historically and clinically referred to as the corium.

Identify cells that manufacture and store fat

Lipocytes (also known as adipocytes or fat cells) are specialized cells that synthesize and store fat, primarily found in the subcutaneous tissue.

Identify the deepest layer of the skin

The subcutaneous layer (also known as the hypodermis) is the deepest layer of the skin. It contains adipose tissue and connects the overlying dermis to the underlying surface muscles and bones.

Answer:

No.	Problem	Answer
2	cells that contain and produce dark brown-to-black pigments	Melanocytes
3	the middle stratum of the skin; also called the corium	Dermis
4	cells that manufacture and store fat	Lipocytes
5	the deepest layer of the skin, which connects the skin to the surface muscles	Subcutaneous