Which One of the Following Is TRUE Regarding Skin

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is TRUE regarding skin?

• A) Beneath the dermis is the basement membrane, which separates the dermis from the hypodermis.
• B) Keratin is a protein in the cells of the epidermis that provides strength and waterproofing.
• C) Melanocytes and keratinocytes are two skin cell types that are prevalent in the dermis.
• D) The sebaceous glands and the sweat glands are two types of endocrine glands located in the dermis.
• E) Melanocytes produce calcium, which strengthens the skin.

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