Cells in the deepest layer of the epidermis divide to produce all other epidermal cells. From deepest to most superficial, the cells pass through the layers in what order?
1) stratum spinosum
2) stratum basale
3) stratum corneum
4) stratum lucidum (only in thick skin)
5) stratum granulosum
A) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
B) 2, 3, 1, 5, 4
C) 3, 2, 4, 1, 5
D) 2, 1, 5, 4, 3

Question

Cells in the deepest layer of the epidermis divide to produce all other epidermal cells. From deepest to most superficial, the cells pass through the layers in what order? 
1) stratum spinosum
2) stratum basale
3) stratum corneum
4) stratum lucidum (only in thick skin)
5) stratum granulosum
A) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
B) 2, 3, 1, 5, 4
C) 3, 2, 4, 1, 5
D) 2, 1, 5, 4, 3

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct order from deepest to most superficial layer of the epidermis is: stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum (only in thick skin like the palms of the hands and soles of the feet), and finally, stratum corneum.

Cells in the Deepest Layer of the Epidermis Divide to Produce