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stratified squamous epithelium
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Epidermis is composed of this type of cell.
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Keratin
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Protein which toughens and waterproofs the skin.
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Subcuticular
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Means underneath the epidermis.
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Dermis
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Consists of collagenous, elastic, and reticular fiber.
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Subcutaneous
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Composed of loose connective tissue and a lot of adipose tissue.
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Eponychium
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Covers the area above the root of the nail.
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Pacinian corpuscle
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Responsible for recognizing vibration and pressure
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Abrasion
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The wearing away of the epidermis by a scraping movement.
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Bulla
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Also known as a blister or a bleb, this is a thin-walled sac, greater than 5 mm in diameter, containing serous (clear) fluid.
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Callus
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A localized buildup of layers of the epidermis caused by increased pressure or friction. A corn is a type of callus which is localized to the foot (especially around the toes).
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Cicatrix
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A scar. The new tissue that forms during healing of a wound.
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Comedo
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(plural is comedones) A noninflammatory lesion of acne, consisting of a plug of keratin within a dilated hair follicle.
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Contusion
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A bruise, specifically an injury to the skin caused by blunt trauma that does not break the skin.
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Ecchymosis
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Hemorrhage under the epidermis that causes red or purple discoloration; a bruise.
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Eschar
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The crust that forms over a burn or gangrene.
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