Which Layer of the Epidermis Is the Most Mitotically Active

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which layer of the epidermis is the most mitotically active? In other words, which layer has rapidly dividing cells?

• A) stratum granulosum
• B) stratum basale
• C) stratum corneum
• D) stratum lucidum, although only in thick skin
• E) stratum spinosum

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