follicle
The Bascal Cell Layer, the deepest layer where cells divide to produce new skin cells.
Epidermis.
Dermis
Dolphins have a body covering of skin (not scales). The uppermost layer of the skin produces an oil which forms a film that covers the dolphin's whole body.
The skin produces oil through sebaceous glands.
epidermis
Epidermis
Platypuses have a body covering of velvety fur.Dolphins have a body covering of skin (not scales). The uppermost layer of the skin produces an oil which forms a film that covers the dolphin's whole body.
All species of dolphins have a body covering of skin (not scales). All mammals have a covering of skin, usually combined with hair in some form. In the case of the dolphin, the uppermost layer of the skin produces an oil which forms a film that covers the dolphin's whole body.
The basal layer is the epidermal layer that produces new cells through mitosis. This layer is located at the bottom of the epidermis and contains stem cells that continuously divide and give rise to new skin cells.
The sebaceous gland produces oil that lubricates the skin and hair. This oil, called sebum, helps prevent the skin from drying out and also provides some immune protection. The sebaceous glands are exocrine (ducted) glands that are one of the accessory organs of the skin.
The outer layer of the skin, which is epidermis. It produces melanin, a dark brown pigment that helps protect the skin from UV rays.