Select from the following to complete the sentences.

-The deepest region of the epidermis is the _____.
A)basal layer
B)collagen
C)cuticle
D)dermis
E)keratin
F)adipocyte
G)lunula
H)melanin
I)sebum
J)stratum corneum

Question

Select from the following to complete the sentences.

-The deepest region of the epidermis is the _____.
A)basal layer
B)collagen
C)cuticle
D)dermis
E)keratin
F)adipocyte
G)lunula
H)melanin
I)sebum
J)stratum corneum

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The basal layer is the deepest layer of the epidermis, also known as the stratum basale. It is responsible for producing new skin cells and contains melanocytes which produce melanin.

Answer: J 
 The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the epidermis and consists of dead skin cells that are constantly shedding and being replaced. It provides a barrier to protect against external factors such as infection and dehydration.

Note: Collagen, cuticle, dermis, adipocyte, lunula, melanin, and sebum are not part of the epidermis. Keratin is a protein found in the epidermis and other tissues, but it is not a specific layer.

Select from the Following to Complete the Sentences