The reason the hypodermis acts as a shock absorber is that ________.
A. it is located just below the epidermis and protects the dermis from shock
B. the cells that make up the hypodermis secrete a protective mucus
C. it has no delicate nerve endings and can therefore absorb more shock
D. the major part of its makeup is adipose, which serves as an effective shock absorber
Answer:D
The reason the hypodermis acts as a shock absorber is that ________.
A. it is located just below the epidermis and protects the dermis from shock B. the cells that make up the hypodermis secrete a protective mucus C. it has no delicate nerve endings and can therefore absorb more shock D. the major part of its makeup is adipose, which serves as an effective shock absorber