Identify the layer of the skin that contains most of the sensory receptors.
A) dermis
B) hypodermis
C) epidermis

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The dermis layer of the skin contains most of the sensory receptors, including receptors for touch, pressure, temperature, and pain. The epidermis contains some sensory receptors, but they are not as densely packed as in the dermis. The hypodermis layer mainly contains fat cells and connective tissue, and does not contain many sensory receptors.

Identify the Layer of the Skin That Contains Most of the Sensory