The stratum corneum is made of layers of cells that:
A)undergo mitosis
B)are producing keratin
C)are producing collagen
D)are dead

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The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the epidermis and consists of dead cells that have shed their nuclei and are filled with a protein called keratin. These cells provide a protective barrier for the skin against environmental factors. There is no mitosis or collagen production happening in this layer.

The Stratum Corneum Is Made of Layers of Cells That