It is referred to as stratified squamous epithelium because the cells are arranged in multiple layers, providing protection against wear and tear.
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It is referred to as stratified squamous epithelium because the cells are arranged in multiple layers, providing protection against wear and tear.
The epithelium in the skin is referred to as stratified squamous epithelium because it consists of multiple layers (stratified) of flat, scale-like cells (squamous) that provide protection against abrasion, dehydration, and pathogens.