5 Questions
Which layer of the epidermis contains stem cells and melanocytes?
Stratum basale
What is the function of desmosomes in the epidermis?
To tightly bind cells together
Which layer of the epidermis is thickest?
Stratum spinosum
Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for the conversion of 7-dehydro-cholesterol to cholecalciferol?
Stratum granulosum
In which type of skin is the stratum lucidum absent?
Thin skin
Test your knowledge on the architecture of the epidermis, the outer layer of the skin. Learn about its composition, cellular turnover, tight cell binding, and waterproof properties. Explore the 5 layers of the epidermis and understand the role of the mitotically active stratum basale.
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