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The layer of actively dividing cells of skin is termed as

1. stratum compactum
2. stratum corneum
3. stratum malpighii/stratum germinativum
4. stratum lucidum

Correct answer: stratum malpighii/stratum germinativum

Solution

The stratum malpighii, also called the stratum germinativum, is the basal living layer of the epidermis where cells actively divide. The other listed layers are more superficial and are not the main site of cell proliferation.

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