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What is keratinisation?

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Cells from stratum basale slowly pushed up to the surface, as cells move from one epidermal layer to the next they accumulate more and more keratin

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Integumentary system- epidermis and dermis

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Protects surface and deeper tissue. Vit D production

Feeds epidermis. Strength. Glands

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What is a cavity?

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Any fluid-filled space in multicellular organisms other than vessels
Normal ventral body carrot, 3Ps cavities

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