Which statement about the epidermis is correct?
Answer & explanation
The outermost layer, contributing to the barrier.
The epidermis is the outermost layer of skin and contributes to its protective barrier. The dermis lies beneath it and contains blood vessels; fatty tissue lies below the skin.
The Body
Chapter 2 · The Outside: Skin and Hair
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