NEROUNS

DENDRITES

receive signal

soma

contain nucleolus

axon

transmits signal away from soma

nucleus

next with the soma

strata of the Epidermis (from deepest to superficial):

stratum Basale

Stratum Spinosum

Stratum Granulosum

Stratum Lucidum (only in thick skin)

Stratum Corneum

Where Does Mitosis Occur in the Epidermis?:

primarily in the stratum basal

Layer Only Found in Thick Skin

Stratum Lucidum

Cell Type of the Hypodermis

(Subcutaneous Layer)

Organs Found in the Dermis:

Sweat glands

Sebaceous (oil) glands

Hair follicles

Blood vessels

Nerve endings

Tissue Types That Make Up the Dermis

Dense irregular connective tissue

Loose connective tissue

Two Main Cell Types Found in the Epidermis:

Keratinocytes: Produce keratin.

Melanocytes: Produce melanin (pigment).

Bone:

Contains osteocytes.

Adipose Tissue

Contains adipocytes (FAT)

Cartilage

Contains chondrocytes.

Blood:

Contains erythrocytes, leukocytes, and platelets.

Fibrous Connective Tissue:

Contains fibroblasts.