Question

what layer of epidermis does mitotic division occur? stratum granulosum stratum lucidum stratum corneum stratum basale

Explanation:

The stratum basale is the deepest layer of the epidermis and contains stem - cells that undergo mitotic division to produce new keratinocytes. The other layers (stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, and stratum corneum) are more differentiated and do not have significant mitotic activity.

Answer:

D. stratum basale