is the deepest epidermal layer, which contains melanocytes, immune cells, and touch receptors.

The stratum basale is the deepest layer of the epidermis. It contains melanocytes, immune cells, and touch receptors, so the correct choice is D, Stratum basale. The stratum lucidum, granulosum, corneum, and spinosum are located closer to the skin’s surface.

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