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1
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What are the two major layers of the integument?

A

Epidermis and Dermis

2
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What is the layer of mostly adipose that lies under the dermis?

A

Hypodermis

3
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What are the two layers of connective tissue in the dermis?

A

Papillary (superficial) and Reticular (deeper)

4
Q

Which specific layer of the integument protects underlying structures, stores energy, and provides thermal insulation?

A

the hypodermis

5
Q

Which layer of the integument contains the blood vessels, glands, hair follicles, and sensory nerve endings?

A

The dermis

6
Q

Which layer of the integument is avascular?

A

The epidermis

7
Q

What system returns intersitital fluid back to the bloodstream?

A

Lymphatic system

8
Q

Lymphatic vessels drain into _____

A

lymph nodes

9
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What is the primary function of the lymph nodes?

A

To filter antigens from lymph and initiate an immune response

10
Q

What organ acts as an erythrocyte reserve and recycles old erythrocytes?

A

The Spleen