Match the following:
-The layer of the epidermis where the cells are considered protective but nonviable.
A)Stratum corneum
B)Stratum basale
C)Sudoriferous glands
D)Vellus

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The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the epidermis and is made up of dead, keratinized cells that provide a protective barrier to the underlying tissue. These cells are nonviable, meaning they are no longer alive.

Answer: B
 The stratum basale is the deepest layer of the epidermis and is made up of actively dividing cells that give rise to the other layers of the epidermis. These cells are viable and play an important role in maintaining the integrity of the epidermis.

Answer: C
 Sudoriferous glands are sweat glands that are found throughout the skin. They are not considered to be part of the epidermis.

Answer: D
 Vellus refers to the thin, fine hairs that cover much of the body, particularly in areas that are not covered by terminal hairs (such as the scalp or pubic region). Vellus hairs are not a layer of the epidermis.

Match the Following: -The Layer of the Epidermis Where the Cells Are Considered