________ are sensory touch receptors found in skin.

A. it is located just below the epidermis and protects the dermis from shock:The hypodermis is located beneath the dermis, not just the epidermis, and its role is more about cushioning and insulation rather than directly shielding the dermis from shock.

B. the major part of its makeup is adipose, which serves as an effective shock absorber:The hypodermis contains a large amount of adipose tissue that cushions underlying structures, distributes pressure, and absorbs mechanical shock.

C. the cells that make up the hypodermis secrete a protective mucus that absorbs shock:The hypodermis does not secrete mucus; this function is unrelated to connective tissue structure and physiology.

D. it has no delicate nerve endings and can therefore absorb more shock:The absence of many nerve endings does not make the hypodermis a shock absorber. Its cushioning effect is due to adipose tissue composition, not nerve distribution.

A. fibroblast:Fibroblasts are connective tissue cells found in the dermis, responsible for producing collagen and extracellular matrix. They are not located in the epidermis.

B. stem cells:Epidermal stem cells are located in the stratum basale and are responsible for continuously producing new keratinocytes to replace shed cells.

C. melanocytes:Melanocytes are pigment-producing cells found in the stratum basale of the epidermis, providing melanin to protect against UV damage.

D. dendritic cells:Dendritic cells, also called Langerhans cells, are immune cells in the epidermis that detect pathogens and participate in immune responses.

E. keratinocytes:Keratinocytes are the predominant cell type in the epidermis, producing keratin and forming the protective outer layer of the skin.