The layer of actively dividing cells of the skin is termed as:
Correct answer: C. Stratum malpighii/stratum germinativum
- A. Stratum compactum
- B. Stratum corneum
- C. Stratum malpighii/stratum germinativum
- D. Stratum lucidum
Explanation
Stratum malpighii/stratum germinativum is the innermost layer of the skin consisting of one-celled thick columnar epithelial cells. It lies on the basement layer. Its cells are active and continuously produce new cells by mitotic division that is why called the germinative layer.
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