Question

The layer of actively dividing cells of skin is termed as
(A) Stratum compactum
(B) Stratum corneum
(C) Stratum lucidum
(D) Stratum germinativum​

Answer 1

Answer:

Stratum germinativum

Explanation:

stratum germinativum is the innermost layer of the skin consisting of one celled thick columnar epithelial cells. It lies on the basement layer. Its cells are active and continuously produce new cells by mitotic division that is why called germinative layer.

Answer 2

Answer:

Option D

Stratum malpighii/stratum germinativum is the innermost layer of the skin consisting of one celled thick columnar epithelial cells. It lies on the basement layer. Its cells are active and continuously produce new cells by mitotic division that is why called germinative layer