The clear layer of the epidermis that is only found in the thick skin located in areas such as the fingertips, palms and soles is the
A)stratum basale
B)stratum spinosum
C)stratum granulosum
D)stratum lucidum
E)stratum corneum

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The stratum lucidum is a clear layer of the epidermis found only in thick skin, such as the fingertips, palms, and soles. Therefore, the best choice is D, stratum lucidum. The other choices are all layers of the epidermis but are not specific to the thick skin found in these areas.

The Clear Layer of the Epidermis That Is Only Found