5 Questions
Which layer of the skin is a connective tissue layer of mesodermal origin?
Dermis
Where is thick skin predominantly present in the body?
Palms of the hands
Which type of skin has no hairs, hair follicles, or sebaceous glands?
Thick skin
Which layer of the epidermis consists of a single layer of columnar or cuboidal cells resting on a basement membrane?
Stratum basale
Which cells are less abundant in the epidermis compared to keratinocytes?
Melanocytes, Langerhens' cells & Merkel's cells
Test your knowledge about the integumentary system, which consists of the skin and its accessory organs such as hair, nails, and glands. Learn about the layers of the skin and its functions in maintaining homeostasis.
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