The epidermis of the skin serves as a barrier to mechanical stresses and protects us from microorganisms. What tissue do you think forms the epidermis?
A) pseudostratified columnar epithelium
B) stratified squamous epithelium
C) simple columnar epithelium
D) simple squamous epithelium

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The epidermis is composed of stratified squamous epithelium, which is well-suited for protection against mechanical stresses and pathogens due to its multiple layers of cells.

The Epidermis of the Skin Serves as a Barrier to Mechanical