A Skin Cell in the Stratum Granulosum Has Experienced a Mutation

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Multiple Choice

A skin cell in the stratum granulosum has experienced a mutation that altered its ability to produce keratin. Should this be a health concern for the individual?

• A) No, because cells of the stratum granulosum are dying cells that do not reproduce, so the mutation will be isolated to the one cell.
• B) Yes, because cells of the stratum granulosum divide by mitosis to produce keratin to protect the skin.
• C) No, cells of the stratum granulosum only produce the waterproofing material in the skin.
• D) Yes, without normal cell function in the stratum granulosum, the skin will lose color due to lack of melanin production.

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