Epidermal Layers
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Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for producing keratin?

  • Stratum spinosum
  • Stratum lucidum
  • Stratum germinativum
  • Stratum granulosum (correct)
  • What is the function of melanocytes in the skin?

  • To produce pigment (correct)
  • To provide UV protection
  • To produce keratin
  • To secrete cytokines and inflammatory mediators
  • Which pigment is responsible for red hair and is concentrated in lips, areola, and genitals?

  • Pheomelanin (correct)
  • Melanocyte
  • Eumelanin
  • Tyrosine
  • What causes albinism?

    <p>Lack of tyrosine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the epidermis is composed of dead, keratinized cells?

    <p>Stratum corneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

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