Deepest epidermal layer firmly attached to the dermis; its cells rapidly divide.

Ductless glands that produce hormones.

Adhesion proteins found in connective tissues are called:

A fluid tissue that transports respiratory gases, nutrients, and wastes is called:

When a solution has greater solute concentration than that of the cytosol, it is termed as:

Provides tensile strength and absorbs compression shock; found in intervertebral discs, the pubic symphysis, and in discs of the knee joint:

Sweat gland found in axillary and anogenital areas is called:

Initiates and controls voluntary movement:

Certain drugs are detoxified in the ______.

Its superior surface contains peglike projections called dermal papillae: