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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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What term refers to the flattened, dead keratinocytes that form the stratum corneum?
Options
A Corneocytes
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B Melanocytes
C Langerhans cells
D Fibroblasts
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Corneocytes are flattened, dead keratinocytes that constitute the outermost horny layer (stratum corneum).

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