Red Seal Cosmetology Practice Exam

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Which layer is known for its sensitivity to touch and pressure due to the presence of tactile corpuscles?

Stratum lucidum
Stratum granulosum
Papillary layer
Reticular layer

The correct answer is: Papillary layer

The papillary layer, also known as the dermal papilla layer, is the correct answer as it is responsible for sensation and contains tactile corpuscles, which are nerve endings that detect touch and pressure. The stratum lucidum (A) does not contain any nerves and is found only in a very thin layer of the skin. The stratum granulosum (B) contains granules that help form keratin, which makes the skin waterproof, but it does not have a role in sensation. The reticular layer (D) is responsible for the skin's strength and elasticity, but it does not contain tactile corpuscles.