As Cells Are Pushed from the Deeper Portion of the Epidermis

question 18

Multiple Choice

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

• A)they divide continually.
• B)their supply of nutrients improves.
• C)they die.
• D)they become dermal cells.

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