Specialized Epithelial Cells in the Stratum Basale, Which Release Chemicals

question 121

Multiple Choice

Specialized epithelial cells in the stratum basale, which release chemicals that stimulate sensory nerve endings, are called ________.

• A) melanocytes
• B) Merkel cells
• C) Langerhans cells
• D) keratinocytes
• E) stem cells

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