GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The layers of the epidermis include the stratum basale (the deepest portion of the epidermis), stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, and stratum corneum (the most superficial portion of the epidermis).

Detailed explanation-2: -The skin is the body’s largest organ and it is made up of seven layers, each of which has a specific function. The skin is part of the body’s innate immune system and acts as the body’s first barrier against germs, ultraviolet (UV) light, chemicals, and injury.

Detailed explanation-3: -The layer of the epidermis that is absent in thin skin is the stratum lucidum. The stratum lucidum is the only layer found in thick skin that is not found in the other skin layers.