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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #39946 Short The dermis
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You will see a video detailing the composition and function of the dermis layer of the skin. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep. Select the correct option to complete the recording.

Transcript:

The dermis supports and strengthens the epidermis seen in cross section. The border between the epidermis and the dermis looks like a range of mountains and valleys. These ridges, called papillae, help prevent the two layers from sliding across each other or separating. Generally, the dermis is thicker than the epidermis. The dermis, which supports and maintains many other structures, contains blood and lymph vessels, hair follicles, and ( nerves).
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Option 2: "nerves"

Explanation: The text explicitly states that the dermis contains nerves, making this option the correct choice. This aligns with the overall theme of the text, which describes the components of the dermis.

Option 1: "bones"

Explanation: The text does not mention bones as part of the structures contained in the dermis. Instead, it specifically lists blood and lymph vessels, hair follicles, and nerves. Therefore, this option is not supported by the text.

Option 3: "muscles"

Explanation: The text does not mention muscles as part of the dermis. It focuses on blood and lymph vessels, hair follicles, and nerves. Thus, this option is not relevant to the information provided.

Option 4: "fatty tissue"

Explanation: Fatty tissue is not mentioned in the text as a component of the dermis. The structures listed are blood and lymph vessels, hair follicles, and nerves, making this option incorrect.

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