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Third layer of the epidermis

Stratum granulosum ( grainy layer )


1. Cells that look like granules


2. Lipids are formed

Fourth layer of the epidermis

Stratum spinosum ( spiny layer )


1. Desmosomes are found here


2. Enzymes create lipids and proteins.

Des has a spine

Fifth layer of the epidermis

Stratum germinativum ( nasal layer )


1. Melanocytes are here


2. Composed of basal cells

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