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Across 2. Pigment which is synthesized from tyrosine and is stimulated by UV exposure 6. Touch receptor found within the hypodermis 9. 3rd deepest layer of epidermis 12. Deeper region of the dermis 13. Number of epidermal layers found on all skin except palms and soles 14. Deepest layer of the epidermis 16. Superficial region of the dermis 17. Layer of epidermis which protects against injury, microbial infection, and is waterproof 19. Layer of epidermis where new keratinocytes are produced 20. Cells of the epidermis which produce keratin 23. Cells of the epidermis which aid the immune response 24. Layer of the epidermis where cells are constantly shed and replaced 25. Layer of skin made of connective tissue made with collagen and elastic fibers 27. Dermal ________ in the thick skin produce ridges in the epidermis 28. Pigment which produces a yellow-black color

Down 1. Layer of skin made of stratified squamous cells 2. Touch receptor found within the papillary region 3. Region of the dermis containing hair follicles, oil glands, sweat gland ducts, and adipose tissue 4. Silvery marks left in the skin after stretching 5. Cells of the stratum basale which function in touch 7. Most superficial layer of the epidermis 8. Layer of the skin which is avascular but enervated 10. Layer of epidermis found only in thick skin 11. 2nd deepest layer of epidermis 15. Subcutaneous layer of the skin which connects the dermis to underlying organs 17. Layer of epidermis where keratinocytes take in melanin 18. Cells of the epidermis which produce melanin 21. Pigment which produces a yellow-orange color 22. Pigment which is converted to vitamin A 26. Number of epidermal layers found on palms of hands and soles of feet