Skin layers Flashcards

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Epidermis

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Is the outer layer of skin? It is mostly composed of dead cells. Is the outer layer of protection for the body taking the blanch of damage. The cells of the endermists are filled with a protein called correctan which gives skin its rough leathery texture and it’s waterproof quality

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Dermis

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Inner layer of skin.
Has sensory neurons, blood vessels, muscle fiber, hair folicales, sweat glands, and oil glands. Controls a lot of century stuff

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