#1
Which layer of the skin contains blood vessels, nerve endings, and hair follicles?
#2
What is the primary role of blood vessels in the dermis?
#3
Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin through exposure to sunlight and plays a crucial role in calcium absorption?
#4
Which type of tissue makes up the majority of the dermis and provides structural support?
#5
What is the main component of the extracellular matrix in the dermis that provides resilience and strength?
#6
What protein is responsible for the strength and elasticity of the skin?
#7
Which cells in the dermis are responsible for producing collagen and other extracellular matrix components?
#8
Which layer of the dermis contains blood capillaries and provides nutrients to the epidermis?
#9
What is the primary function of melanocytes in the dermis?
#10
What is the primary function of Merkel cells in the dermis?
#11
Which layer of the skin contains the majority of the skin's blood vessels?
#12
What is the function of the subcutaneous layer (hypodermis) beneath the dermis?
#13
What is the primary function of sebaceous glands in the dermis?
#14
Which sensory receptors in the dermis are responsible for detecting pressure and vibration?
#15
Which connective tissue fibers are abundant in the reticular layer of the dermis?
#16
What type of cells in the dermis play a crucial role in the immune response and defense against pathogens?
#17
What is the primary function of the arrector pili muscles in the dermis?
#18
Which sensory receptors in the dermis are responsible for detecting pain?
#19