What is the outermost layer of the skin?
A. Dermis
B. Epidermis
C. Endodermis
D. Hypodermis
What is the outermost layer of the skin?
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What is the outermost layer of the skin?
A. Dermis
B. Epidermis
C. Endodermis
D. Hypodermis
B. Epidermis
Layers are as follows: Epidermis (protective barrier) > Dermis (basal cell layer multiplies to produce new cells) > Hypodermis/Subcutaneous > Muscle
Dermis: the inner layer; contains blood vessels, sensory receptors, hair follicles, & glands (sebaceous glands and sweat glands); nourishes & strengthens skin
Endodermis: innermost layer of the cortex of a plant
Hypodermis: subcutaneous layer; attaches skin to muscle; fat for insulation of body