Term: epidermal superficial stratum cell population proliferation
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Name: epidermal superficial stratum
Synonyms:
Definition: The outer layer of the epidermis. The living cells form single cell layer, the outer surface of which is ornamented with microridges. These outer epidermal cells are not renewed periodically, but are individually replaced when dead.
Ontology: Anatomy Ontology [ZFA:0001179]
Name: cell population proliferation
Synonyms: cell proliferation
Definition: The multiplication or reproduction of cells, resulting in the expansion of a cell population.
Ontology: GO: Biological Process [GO:0008283]    QuickGO    AmiGO