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Keratin protein- structure
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waxy, structural protein found in large amounts (also in hair and nails)
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Keratin protein-function
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Skin's main structural protein, waterproofs the skin, or keeps the skin from drying out
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Melanin protein- structure
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Colored protein produced by cells call melanocytes which are located in the stratum basale
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Melanin protein-function
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acts as an umberalla to protect DNA in the nucleus from ultraviolet light
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Stratum Basale-structure
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innermost, basal or foundtion layer
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Stratum Basale-function
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divide and push cells to the top of the epidermis
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stratum corneum-structure
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outermost layer, mostly dead keratin filled cells
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Stratum Corneum-function
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protective barrier against bacteria and it also keeps mositure into the skin
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