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QWhat is the supportive tissue layer beneath the epidermis?

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  • A Subcutaneous layer ✔ ✖
  • B Hypodermis ✔ ✖
  • C Dermis ✔ ✖
  • D Papillary layer ✔ ✖
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The dermis is the layer of skin that lies beneath the epidermis and is composed of supportive connective tissue. It contains a network of collagen and elastic fibers, as well as blood vessels, nerves, and various types of cells, including fibroblasts, mast cells, and macrophages. The dermis provides structural support to the skin, helps to regulate body temperature, and plays a key role in the sensation of touch.

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