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QWhat is the structure of the dermis?

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  • A A single layer of cells ✔ ✖
  • B A thick layer of fat ✔ ✖
  • C A dense network of collagen fibers and elastic fibers ✔ ✖
  • D A network of blood vessels and nerve endings ✔ ✖
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The dermis is the layer of skin that lies beneath the epidermis and is composed of a dense network of collagen fibers and elastic fibers. These fibers give the skin its strength, elasticity, and resilience. The dermis also contains blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and nerve endings, as well as hair follicles, sweat glands, and sebaceous glands.

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