Question

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?

A) Tactile cells anchor the skin to the underlying structures of the body.
B) Dendritic cells ingest foreign substances and activate the immune system.
C) Melanin protects the nuclei of keratinocytes against ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
D) Keratinocytes produce a fibrous protein that gives the epidermis its protective properties.

Answer 1

Answer: A) Tactile cells anchor the skin to the underlying structures of the body.

Explanation:

Tactile cells are present over the surface layer of the skin on the epidermis and dermis. These cells are distinguished from the cells that lie in the underlying organs. These cells will help in determining the touch stimuli.