Corneous
Corneous
Corneous (pronunciation: /ˈkɔːniəs/) is a term used in medical science to describe a structure or tissue that is hard, horny, and similar to the nature of the cornea. The term is derived from the Latin word "corneus," which means "horny" or "made of horn."
Etymology
The term "corneous" is derived from the Latin word "corneus," which means "horny" or "made of horn." It is used to describe a structure or tissue that is hard, horny, and similar to the nature of the cornea.
Related Terms
- Cornea: The clear front surface of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber, providing most of the eye's optical power.
- Keratin: A type of protein that makes up your hair, skin, and nails. Corneous tissues are often rich in keratin.
- Stratum Corneum: The outermost layer of the skin, composed mainly of dead cells that shed periodically and is progressively replaced by new cell growth. The stratum corneum is a corneous layer.
- Cornification: The process by which skin cells become hardened or horny, often through the deposition of keratin. This process is a key part of the formation of corneous tissues.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Corneous
- Wikipedia's article - Corneous
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