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Part B - Epidermal Cell Properties The cells of the epidermis each have certain

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Part B - Epidermal Cell Properties The cells of the epidermis each have certain morphological characteristic and function(s). Study the cell properties of the epidermis. Select the correct cell type matching the description. View Available Hint(s) Reset Help Keratinocytes Stratum granulosum Stem cells in the stratum Makes up the majority of the cells in the epidermis and synthesize and accumulate keratin. basale Stratum spinosum Melanocytes Stratum corneum Stratum lucidum Cells with rapid mitotic cell division. Variations in skin color are due to the presence of these types of cells. Epidermal layer containing cells connected by desmosomes Epidermal cells with visible granules responsible for synthesizing keratohyalin and help to reduce water loss. Transparent epidermal layer only found in the palm of the hands and sole of the feet Forms the most superficial layers of the epidermis

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Keratinocytes Stem cells in the stratum basale Melanocytes Stratum spinosum Stratum granulosum Stratum lucidum Stratum corneum