Desquamation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003072",
  "term": "Desquamation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The shedding of the outermost layer of a tissue, such as the stratum corneum of the epidermis or the surface cells of other epithelial tissues. This is a normal physiological process for skin renewal but can be accelerated or become pathological due to burns, infections, or exposure to certain toxic substances. For example, excessive desquamation is a characteristic sign of scarlet fever.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1204 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/desquamation/"
}