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Which layer of the epidermis contains cells called keratinocytes?
Which layer of the epidermis contains cells called keratinocytes?
- Stratum granulosum
- Stratum lucidum
- Stratum spinosum
- Stratum basale (correct)
What is the function of melanocytes in the skin?
What is the function of melanocytes in the skin?
- Produce melanin (correct)
- Produce collagen
- Produce keratin
- Produce sebum
Which layer of the epidermis is characterized by the presence of spiny desmosomes?
Which layer of the epidermis is characterized by the presence of spiny desmosomes?
- Stratum granulosum
- Stratum basale
- Stratum corneum
- Stratum spinosum (correct)
Which layer of the epidermis is known as the 'clear layer'?
Which layer of the epidermis is known as the 'clear layer'?
Which tissue type is not found in the skin?
Which tissue type is not found in the skin?
Which layer of the epidermis is primarily composed of cells called keratinocytes?
Which layer of the epidermis is primarily composed of cells called keratinocytes?
What is the primary function of melanocytes in the skin?
What is the primary function of melanocytes in the skin?
Which layer of the epidermis is characterized by the presence of spiny desmosomes that connect and anchor the cells?
Which layer of the epidermis is characterized by the presence of spiny desmosomes that connect and anchor the cells?
Which layer of the epidermis is known as the 'clear layer' and is found only in certain areas of the body?
Which layer of the epidermis is known as the 'clear layer' and is found only in certain areas of the body?
Which layer of the skin contains stem cells that divide and regenerate to replace the cells in the upper layers of the epidermis?
Which layer of the skin contains stem cells that divide and regenerate to replace the cells in the upper layers of the epidermis?
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