Question

question 13
2 pts
the hair papilla consists of _____ tissue.
epidermal
dermal
hypodermal
fibrous connective

Explanation:

The hair papilla is a dermal - derived structure. It contains connective tissue and capillaries and is located at the base of the hair follicle. It provides nutrients to the growing hair. Dermal tissue is the correct type of tissue for the hair papilla. Epidermal tissue makes up the outer - most layer of the skin. Hypodermal tissue is the subcutaneous layer. Fibrous connective tissue is a general type of connective tissue but not the specific type for the hair papilla.

Answer:

B. dermal