7 Skin layers

Epidermis

The protective outermost layer of the skin that contains no blood vessels.

Dermis

The thicker layer beneath the epidermis, containing connective tissues, blood vessels, and nerves.

Hypodermis

The deepest layer of the skin, consisting of fat and connective tissue that provides insulation, cushioning, and energy storage.

Sweat glands

Structures in the epidermis that regulate temperature and excrete waste.

Fibroblasts

Cells in the dermis responsible for producing collagen and elastin.

Adipose tissue

Tissue in the hypodermis that stores fat for insulation and cushioning.

What is the main function of the epidermis?

To protect the body and serves as the outermost layer of skin.

What do lymphatic vessels in the dermis help with?

Immune response and fluid balance.

What is the significance of blood vessels in the hypodermis?

They supply nutrients and oxygen to the skin.

What role do hair follicles play in the skin?

They are structures from which hair grows.