Question

complete the following sentence(s) by filling in the blanks to correctly describe the stratum basale of the epidermis. 1. the basal cells of the stratum ______ lie just superficial to the dermis. 2. the most numerous cells in the stratum basale are ____. 3. langerhans cells are ____ found deep in the epidermis. 4. pigment - producing cells located in the stratum basale are ____. 5. free ______ endings found in the stratum basale supply pain and temperature sensations to the brain.

Explanation:

1. The stratum basale is the deepest layer of the epidermis and is adjacent to the dermis.
2. Keratinocytes are the most abundant cells in the stratum basale, and they are responsible for the production of keratin.
3. Langerhans cells are a type of dendritic cell found in the epidermis, including the deeper layers.
4. Melanocytes produce the pigment melanin, which gives skin its color.
5. Nerve endings in the skin can detect pain and temperature changes and send signals to the brain.

Answer:

1. basale
2. keratinocytes
3. macrophages
4. melanocytes
5. nerve