GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which layer of skin is the thickest?
A
Dermis
B
Epidermis
C
Hypodermis
D
Cutaneous
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The dermis exists between the epidermis and the hypodermis. While the epidermis is the thinnest layer of skin, the dermis is the thickest layer of skin. The dermis contains collagen and elastin, which help make it so thick and supportive of your skin’s overall structure.

Detailed explanation-2: -Thick skin is present on the soles of the feet and palms of the hands. This is because these areas receive more friction than other areas of the body, and thicker skin helps to protect from potential damage. The epidermis of thick skin can be up to 1.5 mm .

Detailed explanation-3: -The dermis has connective tissue, blood vessels, oil and sweat glands, nerves, hair follicles, and other structures. It is made up of a thin upper layer called the papillary dermis, and a thick lower layer called the reticular dermis.

Detailed explanation-4: -Dermis: The middle layer, which consists of two parts known as the papillary dermis (thin, upper layer) and the reticular dermis (thick, lower layer) Subcutaneous tissue: The deepest layer of skin.

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