Which of the following is NOT true of the stratum corneum?

A. It is the outermost layer of the epidermis.
B. The cells of the stratum corneum are dead.
C. It consists of several layers of keratinized cells.
D. It is only present in thick skin.
E. All of these are true of the stratum corneum.


Answer: D

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