EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN
INTEGUMENT
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Question
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The layer of the epidermis where the cells are considered protective but not viable
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Stratum corneum
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Stratum germinativum
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Stratum basale
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Stratum spinosum
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -1. Stratum corneum: The layer of the epidermis where the cells are considered protective but nonviable. 2. Stratum spinosum : The layer of the epidermis that is several layers thick and contains pre-keratin.
Detailed explanation-2: -In the stratum corneum, keratinocytes become corneocytes (corn-ee-o-site). Corneocytes are strong, dead keratinocytes, and they protect you from harm, including abrasions, light, heat and pathogens. This layer also consists of fats that keep water from easily entering or leaving your body.
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