Question

Hemidesmosomes are present in keratinocytes.

(a) True

(b) False

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The above asked question is from Interaction of Cells with Extracellular Matrix in section Extracellular Matrix and Cell Interactions of Cell Biology

Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) True

The best explanation: Hemidesmosomes are found in the keratinocytes of the skin which helps them attach to the extracellular matrix. These are very much helpful in maintaining the homeostasis of the skin.