GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The layer of skin that contains most of the living structures including the sebaceous and sweat glands.
A
epidermis
B
dermis
C
hypodermis
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Your dermis contains collagen and elastin, which help make your dermis thick and supportive of your skin’s overall structure. All of your connective tissues, nerve endings, sweat glands, oil glands and hair follicles exist in your dermis.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Basal Cell Layer The basal layer is the innermost layer of the epidermis, and contains small round cells called basal cells. The basal cells continually divide, and new cells constantly push older ones up toward the surface of the skin, where they are eventually shed.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sebaceous glands are generally found near hair follicles and produce a substance which helps to soften the skin & hair, as also protects against bacteria. The sudoriferous (or sweat) glands, assist in regulating body temperature as well as getting rid of some waste products.

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