Question

In Rhinoceros, horn is formed from

• A. Adipose tissue
• B. Stratum germinativum
• C. Stratum lucidum
• D. Stratum corneum

Answer 1

The correct option is D Stratum corneum

The horn is made up of stratum corneum which is the outer layer of skin. This layer is made cells which have high amounts of keratin.

Adipose tissues are present beneath the skin and store fats.

Stratum germinativum is the innermost layer of the epidermal cells.

Stratum lucidum is beneath the stratum corneum and is made up of thin dead cells. The layer is transparent.

So the correct answer is 'Stratum corneum'.