Stratum Spinosum
The stratum spinosum is the middle layer of the epidermis, below the stratum granulosum.
The stratum spinosum is several cells thick. Its name comes from the spiky appearance of the cells.
The stratum spinosum is made of cells that make the protein keratin.
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