What Are Epidermal Derivatives

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Multiple Choice

What are epidermal derivatives?

• A)Epidermal derivatives are pigment molecules produced by the epidermis,including carotene and melanin.
• B)Epidermal derivatives are the different cell types found in the epidermis,including epithelial cells and melanocytes.
• C)Epidermal derivatives are chemicals produced by the epidermis,such as heparin and prostaglandins.
• D)Epidermal derivatives are secretions produced by the epidermis,including sweat and sebum.
• E)Epidermal derivatives are accessory structures that originate from the epidermis during embryonic development,including hair follicles,sebaceous and sweat glands,and nails.

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