Question

Assertion (A) : Stratum lucidum is translucent layer present between stratum spinosum and stratum granulosum
Reasoning (R) : Stratum lucidum is translucent due to presence of eledin protein.
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
• B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
• C. (A) is true but (R) is false.
• D. (A) is false but (R) is true.

Hint:

A useful mnemonic for remembering the layers of the epidermis from superficial to deep is: Come, Let's Get Sun Burned (Corneum, Lucidum, Granulosum, Spinosum, Basale).
This clearly shows that Stratum Lucidum lies between Corneum and Granulosum.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D