MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

INTEGUMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is not found in the subcutaneous layer?
A
Adipose tissue
B
Fat cells
C
Connective tissue
D
Epithelial tissue
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The subcutaneous layer, also called the hypodermis, is composed mainly of adipose tissue.

Detailed explanation-2: -The subcutaneous layer consists mainly of fat. The fat forms a layer that insulates the body from cold and helps absorb shock and damage to the internal organs. It also provides structural support for the skin.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The correct answer is D. All of the given choices about the subcutaneous layer are true, except that it is attached to the dermis by a basement membrane. The subcutaneous layer or the hypodermis is not attached to the dermis by a basement membrane.

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