Question

The dermis of the skin is made up of epithelial cells,.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Dermis

1. Is the inner layer of epidermis.
2. It has connective tissues, blood vessels, nerves, sweat glands etc.

Epidermis

1. Is the outermost single layer of compactly arranged cells with no intercellular space.
2. They have specialized structures in them called stomata that helps in transpiration and gaseous exchange.
3. The epidermis covered by a water proof layer of chemical substance called cuticle.
4. It lines the entire plant parts and provides protection for the underlying structures.
5. It also provide protection against mechanical injury and invasion by pathogen.

The epidermis of the skin is made up of epithelial cells.

Thus, the given statement is false.