Which Statement is Not True of the Dermis

Question

Which statement is not true of the dermis?
A) It is a cutaneous membrane.
B) It is composed mostly of connective tissue.
C) It contains the stratum germinativum.
D) All of the above are true of the dermis.

Accepted Answer

The dermis does not contain the stratum germinativum, which is part of the epidermis. The dermis contains the papillary layer and the reticular layer, which are both composed of connective tissue. Therefore, statements A and B are true of the dermis.