Question

the layer of loose connective tissue deep to the dermis is the

○ epidermis.
○ deep fascia.
○ reticular layer.
○ subcutaneous layer.
○ hyperdermis.

Explanation:

The subcutaneous layer, also known as the hypodermis, is the layer of loose connective tissue deep to the dermis. It connects the skin to underlying tissues and organs. The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin, the deep fascia is a dense connective - tissue layer, the reticular layer is part of the dermis, and there is no such thing as hyperdermis in standard anatomy.

Answer:

D. subcutaneous layer