What is the purpose of the stratum corneum layer within the epidermis?
A) It acts as a permeability barrier allowing only small molecules to diffuse into the lower regions of the epidermis.
B) It is a barrier that protects against shearing forces.
C) It is a permeable layer that allows moisture and heat to escape.
D) It houses the pigment melanin which blocks harmful solar radiation.
E) It is part of the lymphatic system by collecting and presenting bacterial proteins.
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