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ep·i·der·mis /ˌepiˈdərmis/
Noun
- The outer layer of cells covering an organism, in particular.
- The surface epithelium of the skin of an animal, overlying the dermis.
Synonyms
cuticle - scarfskin
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What is the definition of epidermis?
The outermost layer of skin.
What is definition of epidermis and funcation?
The epidermis is the outer layer of skin. It's function is to protect the inside of the body from germs.
What is the definition of the word cuticle?
the epidermis, it surrounds the toenail and fingernail
What is the definition of epedermus?
If you are talking about the epIdermis then it is the outer layer of a living thing. Plants and animals both have an epidermis which is why i cant say its the outer layer of skin lol hope that helped
How many layer thick is the epidermis?
Answer: the epidermis of a leaf includes: upper epidermis and lower epidermis but if you are referring to the epidermis of an onion: it is only one layer
What is the outermost skin layer called?
The outermost layer of skin is the epidermis. As in the joke "Your epidermis is showing." The outermost layer of skin is the epidermis. As in the joke "Your epidermis is showing." The outermost layer of skin is the epidermis. As in the joke "Your epidermis is showing." The outermost layer of skin is the epidermis. As in the joke "Your epidermis is showing." The outermost layer of skin is the epidermis. As in the joke "Your epidermis is showing." The outermost layer of skin is the epidermis. As in the joke "Your epidermis is showing." The outermost layer of skin is the epidermis. As in the joke "Your epidermis is showing." The outermost layer of skin is the epidermis. As in the joke "Your epidermis is showing."
Why is the upper epidermis thicker than the lower epidermis?
the epidermis is thicker.
What is the layer of skin that you can see?
Epidermis .. the layer of the epidermis you can see is called the stratum corneum.
Can you touch your epidermis?
Your epidermis is your skin, so yes, it is very easy to touch your epidermis, even with another part of your epidermis.
Which layer of skin contains no blood vessels?
The epidermis, or the outermost layer, contains no blood vessels.
What is the definition of lichen planus?
An itchy rash normally on the outer layer of the epidermis that can occur on a persons genitals,mouth,head, and even a persons phalanges.
What in the human body is the epidermis?
The epidermis is the skin.
