What is the name of the tissue that forms the epidermis?

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What is the name of the tissue that forms the epidermis?

2007-09-30 10:32:20 · 3 answers · asked by Terri L 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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Keratinized squamous epithelium.

2007-09-30 10:35:59 · answer #1 · answered by novangelis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin. It forms the waterproof, protective wrap over the body's surface and is made up of stratified squamous epithelium with an underlying basal lamina.

And yes, it is kertinized for protection
I hope this helps! Best of Luck!

2007-09-30 17:40:47 · answer #2 · answered by mykdgirl54 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

stratified squamous epithelium

2007-09-30 17:40:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋