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epidermis

The outer epitheial layer of the skin, consisting of a basal layer, a prickle-cell (spinous) layer, a a glandular layer, a clear layer, and a horny layer. The outermost layer of parenchyma in plants which protects against water loss, abrasions, etc.


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