Which Layer of the Skin Contains the Only Cells of the Epidermis

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which layer of the skin contains the only cells of the epidermis that are capable of dividing by mitosis?​

• A) ​stratum spinosum
• B) ​stratum lucidum
• C) ​stratum germinativum
• D) ​stratum corneum

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