PRIN OF ANATOMY & PHYS 16E 2 SEM ACCESS
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Author: Tortora
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Chapter 5, Problem 2CP
Summary Introduction
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The occurrence of process of keratinization.
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New cells develop and old cells die regularly in the body. These old cells are pushed upward and form the harder outer surface. This process is termed as keratinization.
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PRIN OF ANATOMY & PHYS 16E 2 SEM ACCESS
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