INTRODUCTION TO THE SKIN
The integumentary system consists of the skin and the derivatives of the epidermis such as hair, glands and nails. The skin is also classified as a cutaneous epithelial membrane.
A. Stratum corneum is a dead upper portion of the epidermis
B. Living epidermis consists of several layers of cells which manufacture keratin.
C. Dermis is the layer of skin containing blood vessels, glands and nerve endings