Question

question 9
which of the following is not correct concerning skin?
a the dermis is usually thicker than the epidermis
b the epidermis is composed of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium
c all are correct
d the subcutaneous layer is between the dermis and the epidermis

Explanation:

• The dermis is indeed usually thicker than the epidermis.
• The epidermis is composed of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium.
• The subcutaneous layer (hypodermis) is below the dermis, not between the dermis and epidermis.

Answer:

D. the subcutaneous layer is between the dermis and the epidermis