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Stratified epithelium are identified by their

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A stratified epithelium consists of several stacked layers of cells. This epithelium protects against physical and chemical wear and tear. The stratified epithelium is named by the shape of the most apical layer of cells, closest to the free space.

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The shape of the most apical layer of cells, closest to the free space.

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