MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

INTEGUMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is another name for the hypodermis?
A
epidermis
B
subcutaneous layer
C
stratum basale
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The subcutaneous tissue, also known as the hypodermis or superficial fascia, is the layer of tissue that underlies the skin.

Detailed explanation-2: -The hypodermis (subcutaneous tissue) is the innermost layer of skin in your body. The dermis is the middle layer. The epidermis is the outermost layer.

Detailed explanation-3: -The hypodermis is the bottom layer of skin. Also known as subcutaneous tissue, the hypodermis insulates and protects the body, stores energy (fat), helps to regulate body temperature, and connects the skin to muscles and bones.

Detailed explanation-4: -The fat layer of skin is located in the subcutaneous layer of tissue called the hypodermis.

Detailed explanation-5: -The dermis, found beneath the epidermis, contains connective tissue, hair follicles, blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and sweat glands. The deeper subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis) is made of fat and connective tissue.

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