Intermediate Skin Quiz
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Q1. Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for mitotic activity?
- Stratum basale
- Stratum corneum
- Stratum granulosum
- Stratum lucidum
Q2. Which cells in the skin are involved in immune defense?
- Langerhans cells
- Melanocytes
- Merkel cells
- Keratinocytes
Q3. Which protein in the dermis provides tensile strength?
- Collagen
- Keratin
- Melanin
- Elastin
Q4. What is the function of the hypodermis (subcutaneous layer)?
- Fat storage and insulation
- Sweat production
- UV protection
- Sensory reception
Q5. Which glands are responsible for body odor in adults?
- Ceruminous glands
- Apocrine glands
- Eccrine glands
- Sebaceous glands
Q6. Which sensory receptors detect deep pressure and vibration?
- Merkel cells
- Ruffini endings
- Meissner’s corpuscles
- Pacinian corpuscles
Q7. How does the skin assist in regulating body temperature?
- Melanin release
- Sebum secretion
- Vasodilation and sweating
- Vitamin D production
Q8. Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin upon sunlight exposure?
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
Q9. What is the role of melanocytes in skin?
- Produce melanin for UV protection
- Generate immune responses
- Stimulate collagen production
- Detect mechanical touch
Q10. Which epidermal layer is absent in thin skin but present in thick skin?
- Stratum spinosum
- Stratum granulosum
- Stratum lucidum
- Stratum basale