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stratum corneum
noun[ Cusually singular ]
anatomy specializeduk /ˌstrɑː.təm ˈkɔː.ni.əm/ us /ˌstreɪ.t̬əm ˈkɔːr.ni.əm/pluralstrata corneauk /ˌstrɑː.tə ˈkɔː.ni.ə/ us /ˌstreɪ.t̬ə ˈkɔːr.ni.ə/
the outside layer of skin that consists of dead cells that gradually fall off:
The stratum corneum provides an antimicrobial and UV barrier, and plays an integral role in maintaining skin hydration.
The barrier function of the skin is mainly assured by its outermost layer, the stratum corneum.
The stratum corneum has the unique ability to absorb hydration applied directly to it.
The epidermis is covered by a keratinous stratum corneum comprised of dead and partially sloughed cells.
This reduced the frequency with which toads replaced the strata cornea of the epidermis.
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