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Stratum Corneum is the layer where cells divide continuously to form new keratinocytes.
False
Melanocytes are found in the Stratum Spinosum and are responsible for producing melanin.
False
Keratin is produced in the Stratum Spinosum as the cells migrate.
False
Stratum Granulosum is the layer where protein and lipid synthesis takes place.
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Merkel cells are found in the Stratum Corneum and function as touch receptors.
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Stratum Basale is composed of 8-10 rows of polyhedral cells.
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The Stratum Corneum consists of 5 layers of dead cells that continuously shed and are replaced by the cells in the adjacent layer.
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Stratum Lucidum is found in the entire epidermis.
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Stratum Granulosum contains 5-7 layers of flattened keratinocytes that begin to die.
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The Stratum Basale is the outermost layer of the epidermis.
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The Stratum Spinosum is the layer of the epidermis that contains 15-30 layers of dead cells.
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The Stratum Granulosum is the outermost layer of the epidermis.
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Langerhans' cells are star-shaped cells that arise from the epidermis.
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The dermis supplies the epidermis with nutrients and oxygen via nerve fibers.
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The hypodermis is a tight connective tissue that stores fat in the cells.
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Eccrine glands are limited to certain body parts, such as the axilla and breast.
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Sebaceous glands produce sweat.
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Apocrine glands are simple, coiled tubular glands.
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