Question

which of the following is/are lacking from the epidermis?
select all that apply
a sweat glands
b melanocytes
c nerves
d blood vessels

Explanation:

• Sweat glands: Sweat glands are located in the dermis, not the epidermis.
• Melanocytes: Melanocytes are present in the epidermis (specifically in the stratum basale).
• Nerves: Nerves are mainly in the dermis.
• Blood vessels: Blood vessels are in the dermis.

Answer:

A. sweat glands, C. nerves, D. blood vessels