What is the Primary Tissue Type Found in the Dermis?
Answer – The dermis is primarily made up of connective tissue.
Explanation:
There are four main types of tissues in the human body – epithelial, connective, muscle and nervous tissues. Each fulfills various requirements of the body.
The dermis is the layer of the skin underneath the epidermis (the outermost layer). It adheres the epidermis to the hypodermis and fat layer below it. It performs a range of functions, including support and protection for the skin and thermoregulation for the body. It also contains nerve endings that allow the skin to sense its surroundings.
In order to perform these functions, the dermis is made up of fibrous connective tissue. It consists primarily of collagen and elastic fibers that provide structure and elasticity to the skin.
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