Which of the following statements regarding the subcutaneous layer is FALSE?
A)This layer is also called the hypodermis.
B)This layer is composed primarily of lipocytes.
C)This layer acts as insulation against cold.
D)This layer houses sensory receptors.

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The subcutaneous layer, or hypodermis, is primarily composed of fat cells (lipocytes) and acts as insulation against cold temperatures. However, it is not the primary location for sensory receptors; those are found in the dermis, the layer above the subcutaneous layer.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Subcutaneous Layer Is