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Question
Enumerate in a tabular form the different structures found in the epidermis and dermis of the human skin respectively.
Distinguish Between
Solution
Epidermis |
Dermis |
1. Stratum corneum: It is the outermost layer having layers of flattened dead cells made up of horny protein called keratin. |
It consists of elastic fibres, blood vessels, nerves, etc. |
2. Granular layer: It is very thin middle layer having two or three sublayers of flattened cells. |
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3. Malpighian layer: It is the innermost region of the epidermis. The cells can actively divide to produce new cells. |
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