The first three strata of the epidermis consists of living keratinocytes and the most superficial strata contain dead keratinocytes.
The cutin with the wax provides protection against fungi, bacteria and some insects. The main function of the epidermis is the coating, preventing the action of pathogenic agents, reducing injury by mechanical shocks and preventing water loss.
As the epidermis is the most superficial tissue that the body has, in this part there are living and dead cells at the same time.
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