The sebaceous glands are microscopic exocrine glands in the skin that secrete an oily or waxy matter called sebum to lubricate and waterproof the skin and hair of mammals. In […]
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Hair follicle
A hair follicle is a mammalian skin organ that produces hair. Hair production occurs in phases including growth (anagen) cessation (catagen) and rest (telogen) phases. Stem cells are responsible for […]
Olfactory bulb
The olfactory bulb is a neural structure of the vertebrate forebrain involved in olfaction (the perception of odors).
Lunate bone
The lunate bone (semilunar bone) is a carpal bone in the human hand. It is distinguished by its deep concavity and crescentic outline. It is situated in the center of […]
Hamate bone
The hamate bone /ˈheɪmət/ (unciform bone) is a bone in the human wrist readily distinguishable by its wedge shape and a hook-like process (hamulus) projecting from its palmar surface.
Capitate bone
The capitate bone /ˈkæpɨteɪt/ is the largest of the carpal bones in the human hand and occupies the center of the wrist. It presents above a rounded portion or head […]
Pia mater
Pia mater (/ˈpaɪ.ə ˈmeɪtər/ or /ˈpiː.ə ˈmɑːtər/) often referred to as simply the pia is the delicate innermost layer of the meninges the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. […]
Monocyte
Monocytes are a type of white blood cells (leukocytes). They are the largest of all leukocytes. They are part of the innate immune system of vertebrates including all mammals (humans […]
Nasal cavity
The nasal cavity (or nasal fossa) is a large air filled space above and behind the nose in the middle of the face. Each cavity is the continuation of one […]
Caudate nucleus
The caudate nucleus is one of three basic structures that make up the basal ganglia. Along with the putamen and globus pallidus as well in conjunction with the thalamus and […]