Which of the statements about mammalian skin is incorrect?
Epithelial cells in the epidermis are primarily composed of keratinocytes that protect the underlying tissue.
A specialized form of extracellular matrix, called the basal lamina, underlies the dermis and separates it from
tissues below it.
The dermis is the layer below the epidermis containing connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerve endings that
provide nutrients to the epidermis and a cushion layer for the body.
The epidermis is an outer layer that provides a water-resistant, protective barrier.
Fibroblasts in the dermis produce extracellular matrix proteins to make the dermis strong and flexible.