Match each term with its definition or description.
-dermis layer made of dense white collagen fibers
A)Keratinocytes
B)Hypodermis
C)Papillary layer
D)Pheomelanin
E)Melanocytes
F)Arrector pili muscles
G)Eumelanin
H)Dendritic cells
I)Albinism
J)Reticular layer

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The reticular layer is the layer made of dense white collagen fibers.

Answer: E 
 Melanocytes are cells responsible for producing pigment in the skin.

Answer: C 
 The papillary layer is the layer of the dermis that is closest to the epidermis and contains nerves and blood vessels.

Answer: G 
 Eumelanin is a type of pigment that provides brown or black color to the skin, hair, and eyes.

Answer: A 
 Keratinocytes are the most common type of cell in the skin and are responsible for producing keratin, a protein that makes up the majority of the epidermis.

Answer: F 
 Arrector pili muscles are small muscles attached to hair follicles that cause hairs to stand on end when they contract, such as during cold or emotional states.

Answer: H 
 Dendritic cells are a type of immune cell found in the skin that help recognize and respond to foreign invaders.

Answer: I 
 Albinism is a genetic condition in which a person lacks melanin production, resulting in very pale skin and hair, and sometimes vision problems.

Answer: B 
 The hypodermis is the layer of tissue beneath the dermis and contains adipose tissue (fat) and blood vessels.

Match Each Term with Its Definition or Description