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Name three functions of the skin.
Name three functions of the skin.
Barrier against dehydration, infection, injury/abrasion and solar radiation. Thermoregulation. Sensation. Repair. Vitamin D production.
What are the three layers of the skin?
What are the three layers of the skin?
Epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.
Which layer of the skin is constantly proliferating and has stem cells?
Which layer of the skin is constantly proliferating and has stem cells?
Basal layer (stratum basale).
How long does it take for cells to move distally through the epidermis and be shed at the surface?
How long does it take for cells to move distally through the epidermis and be shed at the surface?
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What is the highest density of desmosomes (junctions) between cells in the body?
What is the highest density of desmosomes (junctions) between cells in the body?
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