Definitions for keratinization
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1. keratinization, keratinisationnoun

   organic process by which keratin is deposited in cells and the cells become horny (as in nails and hair)

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1. keratinizationnoun

   the process in which cells from beneath the skin are converted to hair and nails (made of keratin)

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1. keratinization

   Keratin () is one of a family of structural fibrous proteins also known as scleroproteins. Alpha-keratin (α-keratin) is a type of keratin found in vertebrates. It is the key structural material making up scales, hair, nails, feathers, horns, claws, hooves, and the outer layer of skin among vertebrates. Keratin also protects epithelial cells from damage or stress. Keratin is extremely insoluble in water and organic solvents. Keratin monomers assemble into bundles to form intermediate filaments, which are tough and form strong unmineralized epidermal appendages found in reptiles, birds, amphibians, and mammals. Excessive keratinization participate in fortification of certain tissues such as in horns of cattle and rhinos, and armadillos' osteoderm. The only other biological matter known to approximate the toughness of keratinized tissue is chitin. Keratin comes in two types, the primitive, softer forms found in all vertebrates and harder, derived forms found only among sauropsids (reptiles and birds). Spider silk is classified as keratin, although production of the protein may have evolved independently of the process in vertebrates.

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1. keratinization

   Keratinization is a biological process in which keratin, a fibrous protein, accumulates in individual cells, resulting in the hardening and strengthening of tissues. This process occurs predominantly in the skin and hair, but also in the nails and other parts of the body. It serves as a protective mechanism that shields the body from environmental factors such as heat, chemicals, and infection. Keratinization is essential for the formation of the outer layer of skin and other structures which are composed of keratinized squamous epithelium.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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