Question

which describe the epidermis? choose all that apply. a it is made of stratified squamous epithelium. b it is avascular. c it is made of simple squamous epithelium. d it is richly vascularized.

Explanation:

The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin. It is composed of stratified squamous epithelium and is avascular (lacks blood - vessels). Simple squamous epithelium is not the type of epithelium that makes up the epidermis, and it is not richly vascularized.

Answer:

A. It is made of stratified squamous epithelium.
B. It is avascular.