With Respect to the Skin, the Largest Resident Flora Would

Question

With respect to the skin, the largest resident flora would be found in the:
A)cervical area
B)axillary area
C)frontal area
D)deltoid area

Accepted Answer

The axillary area, also known as the armpit, has the largest resident flora on the skin due to the presence of numerous sweat glands and hair follicles, providing a favorable environment for bacterial growth. These bacteria contribute to body odor and can also cause skin infections such as folliculitis.