The epithelium that forms the outer layer of the skin is
A) stratified columnar
B) stratified squamous
C) stratified cuboidal
D) pseudostratified columnar
E) transitional

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The epithelium that forms the outer layer of the skin is called the epidermis, which is composed of stratified squamous epithelium. This type of epithelium is well-suited for its protective function due to its many layers of cells and tough, keratinized outer layer.

The Epithelium That Forms the Outer Layer of the Skin