As Cells Are Pushed from the Deeper Portion of the Epidermis

question 15

Multiple Choice

As cells are pushed from the deeper portion of the epidermis toward the surface,

• A) they divide.
• B) they die.
• C) their nutrient supply increases.
• D) they enter the dermis.
• E) they produce daughter cells.

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