The epidermis of thick skin, such as the palm, has how many layers?
AThree
BFive
CSeven
DEight
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Five
1. Thin skin has four layers.
2. Thick skin adds the stratum lucidum.
3. So it has five layers.
_Source: OpenStax Anatomy and Physiology 2e, Chapter 5, The Integumentary System._
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