structure of the skin (dermis, epidermis,stratum basale, stratum corneum, hypodermis)
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AKARMA17 on November 11, 2010
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Human Anatomy & Physiology BIO 250, Hondros-Spring 2012
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 hypodermis | contains abundant adipose tissue |
| stratum basale | innermost layer of the epidermis |
| epidermis | composed of stratified squamous epithelium |
| dermis | contains collagen and elastic fibers |
| hypodermis | attaches skin to underlying tissues |
| epidermis | lacks blood vessels |
| stratum corneum | outermost layer of the epidermis |
| dermis | contains sensory receptors of the skin |
| stratum basale | forms new epidermal cells |
| stratum corneum | formed of dead keratinized cells |
| hypodermis | provides insulation for the body |
| dermis | provides strength and elasticity of skin |
| dermis | inner layer of the skin |
| stratum corneum | outer cells are continuously sloughed off |
| dermis | formed of fibrous connective tissue |
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