The Layer of the Epidermis That is Constantly Undergoing Mitosis

Question

The layer of the epidermis that is constantly undergoing mitosis is called the
A) dermal papillae
B) stratum germinativum
C) stratum corneum
D) subcutaneous layer

Accepted Answer

The stratum germinativum, also known as the basal layer, is located at the bottom of the epidermis and is constantly undergoing mitosis to produce new skin cells. The other options, dermal papillae and subcutaneous layer, are located in the dermis and hypodermis layers respectively and are not involved in mitosis. The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the epidermis and consists of dead skin cells that have shed off.