Question

1. what is the name of the outer layer of the skin?

a. stratum spinosum b. stratum germinativum c. stratum granulosum
d. stratum corneum

1. in what layer of the skin are the melanocytes found?

a. stratum spinosum b. stratum corneum c. stratum basale
d. stratum lucidum

1. what is the name of the area just under the epidermis?

a. hypodermis b. dermis c. subdermis d. protodermis

1. the outermost cells of the skin are...

a. pink b. brown c. growing d. dead

1. the separation of the dermis and epidermis due to irritation is called a....

a. bruise b. contusion c. blister d. cut

1. the epidermis lacks which of the following?

a. pigment b. live cells c. blood supply d. squamous cells

Explanation:

1. The outer layer of the skin is the stratum corneum.
2. Melanocytes (cells producing melanin) are located in the stratum basale.
3. The layer directly beneath the epidermis is the dermis.
4. The outermost skin cells (stratum corneum) are dead and keratinized.
5. A blister forms when fluid accumulates between the dermis and epidermis due to irritation.
6. The epidermis is avascular, meaning it lacks a blood supply.

Answer:

1. d. stratum corneum
2. c. stratum basale
3. b. dermis
4. d. dead
5. c. blister
6. c. blood supply