Examples of epidermis

• Below the epidermis lies the dermis. 

• Skin is made up of three layers: the epidermis, the dermis, and the subcutis. 

• The epidermis, the outer layer, includes dead skin cells that are constantly falling away and being replaced. 

• These help control our body’s temperature by sending a water-rich liquid – sweat – up to the epidermis. 

• Examine the epidermis on the back of the hand and palm. 

• Scales small, and concealed in a thick epidermis. 

• The epidermis may be very easily removed, and is perfectly colorless. 

• The epidermis, which is thin and shiny, gives way, and the nail is usually shed.