The Epidermis of the Skin is Composed of What Type

Question

The epidermis of the skin is composed of what type of tissue?
A) keratinized stratified squamous epithelium
B) simple squamous epithelium
C) transitional epithelium
D) areolar connective tissue
E) nonkeratinized stratified squamous epithelium

Accepted Answer

The epidermis of the skin is composed of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium, which serves as a protective barrier for the body. It is made up of several layers of cells, including the outer layer of dead keratinized cells.