Keratinocyte

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006315",
  "term": "Keratinocyte",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The predominant cell type forming the epidermis, the skin's outermost layer. These cells originate in the deepest basal layer of the epidermis and migrate upwards, undergoing differentiation and eventually forming a protective layer of dead, flattened cells at the surface. Keratinocytes are responsible for producing keratin, a fibrous structural protein that provides strength and waterproofing to the skin, hair, and nails.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1198 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/keratinocyte/"
}