INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM
INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS
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Question
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The outer layer of skin is called the ____
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Hypodermis
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Dermis
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Epidermis
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Your epidermis is the outermost layer of skin on your body. It protects your body from harm, keeps your body hydrated, produces new skin cells and contains melanin, which determines the color of your skin.
Detailed explanation-2: -The epidermis is the thin outer layer of the skin. It consists of 2 primary types of cells: Keratinocytes. Keratinocytes comprise about 90% of the epidermis and are responsible for its structure and barrier functions.
Detailed explanation-3: -Plasma membrane is the outermost protective layer in cells of all plants and animals.
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