Which histologic feature differentiates corneal endothelium from corneal epithelium in terms of regeneration?

• A. Endothelium has very limited regenerative capacity; epithelium regenerates readily after superficial injury.
• B. Endothelium regenerates readily; epithelium has limited regenerative capacity.
• C. Endothelium regenerates slowly; epithelium does not regenerate.
• D. Both endothelium and epithelium regenerate equally.

Answer: (A)