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Skin

1. Layers

  • Epidermis: 0.05-1.5mm
  • Dermis: 1-2mm (you said 2mm — correct)
  • Hypodermis (fat and connective tissue): variable thickness

Bonus detail: The epidermis has 4 strata (corneum → granulosum → spinosum → basale), and the dermis has papillary (superficial) and reticular (deep) layers.

2. Functions

Barrier (infection, fluid loss, temperature), Thermoregulation (sweating, vascular changes), Tensation (touch, pain, temperature), and vitamin D synthesis (UV → cholecalciferol).

3. Associated Notes

Author: Jahan PD

Created: 2026-08-13 Thu 18:07

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