When comparing the dermis with the subcutaneous tissue, the dermis
A) has more adipocytes than the subcutaneous layer.
B) is a more vascular tissue than the subcutaneous layer.
C) is divided into two layers; the subcutaneous layer is not.
D) contains melanocytes; the subcutaneous layer does not.
E) and the subcutaneous layer do not contain collagen.

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The dermis is divided into two layers: the papillary layer and the reticular layer. The subcutaneous tissue, also known as the hypodermis, is not divided into layers.

When Comparing the Dermis with the Subcutaneous Tissue, the Dermis