Skin Derivatives

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Skin Derivatives: Overview

This topic discusses skin derivatives. Skin is a two-part organ which develops from several embryonic regions. The outer layer of skin originates from embryonic ectoderm, whereas the inner layers of skin originate from embryonic mesoderm.

Important Questions on Skin Derivatives

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How do hairs grow in our body?

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Define Hair papilla.

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What is the function of hair papilla?

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Write the main cause of Piloerection.

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Define Piloerection.

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List out the various parts of Hair.

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Explain the structure of Hair.

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A hair root is located in the epidermal cell.

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Define hair root.

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What are the three parts of human nails?

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Which of the following grows from the follicles that is found in the dermis?

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Hair follicle is the visible portion of hair.

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A root hair is formed by

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Mention any one function of ceruminous gland.

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Wax secreting gland present in the ear canal is called

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Identify the correct statements from the following:

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Answer the blank of the diagram given below:

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Hair also provides a sensation of touch.

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Write the name of the oily substance found in the sebaceous gland, whether it is Wax or Sebum.

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The _____ glands secrete milk.