Keratinized epithelium
A)has living cells in all layers.
B)is a moist membrane.
C)allows water to diffuse through.
D)is a dry,mostly dead membrane.

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Keratinized epithelium is a dry, mainly dead membrane that is found on the skin's outermost layer. It is composed of several layers of cells, with the uppermost layer consisting of flattened, dead cells filled with a tough protein called keratin. This layer forms a protective barrier that prevents the loss of moisture from the body and shields the underlying tissues from damage by physical and chemical agents. The other choices are incorrect as they do not describe the characteristics of keratinized epithelium accurately.

Keratinized Epithelium