Mr. Kofi Karikari, tattooed his arm with the picture of Jesus Christ. Explain briefly why after serveral years the tattoo remains there even though the epidermal surface of the skin is being replaced always.

Mr. Kofi Karikari, tattooed his arm with the picture of Jesus Christ. Explain briefly why after serveral years the tattoo remains there even though the epidermal surface of the skin is being replaced always.

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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