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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for initiating the process of keratinization?
Options
A Stratum corneum
B Stratum granulosum
Correct Answer
C Stratum spinosum
D Stratum lucidum
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The stratum granulosum contains keratinocytes that accumulate keratohyalin granules and undergo the initial stages of keratinization, leading to cell death and keratin formation.

Hint

This layer appears grainy under the microscope.

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