Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Layers

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of the layers of the skin (Select all that apply) ?

• A)The dermis contains fibrous connective tissue,which provides waterproofing for the skin.
• B)The epidermis is made of stratified columnar epithelium.
• C)The subcutaneous tissue is directly external to the dermis.
• D)The dermis contains elastic connective tissue that provides recoil when the skin is stretched.
• E)The papillary layer of the dermis contains capillaries to nourish the stratum corneum.
• F)The epidermis is thickest on the palms and soles.

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