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– Called the “true” skin; the dermis contains the blood vessels
and nerves
– Dense Connective tissue; strong/flexible
– Collagen, elastin (stretch/recoil)
– Contains:
• Blood vessels and capillaries
• Lymphatic vessels
• Nerves
• Hair shafts and hair follicles
• Sensory receptors
• Sudorferous glands- sweat
• Sebaceous glands- oil
**The epidermis and dermis are firmly connected
but can be separated by friction
(blisters) Dense Connective tissue