Question

What is the name of the thin, protective outer layer of the skin?

• A. Epidermis
• B. Hypodermis
• C. Subcutaneous layer
• D. Dermis

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Epidermis

The skin has three layers: The epidermis, the outermost layer of skin, provides a waterproof barrier and creates our skin tone. The dermis, beneath the epidermis, contains tough connective tissue, hair follicles, and sweat glands. The deeper subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis) is made of fat and connective tissue.