The dermis has two major layers. Which layer constitutes 80% of the dermis and is responsible for the tension lines in the skin?
A) the hypodermal layer
B) the subcutaneous layer
C) the papillary layer
D) the reticular layer

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The reticular layer constitutes about 80% of the dermis and is responsible for the tension lines in the skin due to its dense irregular connective tissue.

The Dermis Has Two Major Layers