What type of tissue makes up the dermis of the skin? A.loose irregular collective tissue B.dense regular connective tissue C.dense irregular connective tissue D.adipose tissue

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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

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Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

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What type of tissue makes up the dermis of the skin?

	A.	loose irregular collective tissue
	B.	dense regular connective tissue
	C.	dense irregular connective tissue
	D.	adipose tissue

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The dermis is the middle layer of the skin. The skin is the largest organ of the body and is mainly divided into the epidermis, dermis and the hypodermis. This organ is involved in regulating body temperature, protecting the body from physical and mechanical damage, preventing the entry of microbes and other harmful pathogens. preventing the loss of moisture and so on. Each layer of the skin along with other skin appendages aid in these functions of the organ.