Epidermis. Definition. noun. One or more layers of cells forming the outermost portion of the skin or integument. Supplement. The epidermis is a protective outer covering of many plants and animals.It may be comprised of a single layer, as in plants, or of several layers of cells on top of the dermis, as in those of vertebrate animals.The primary role of the epidermis is to protect the more susceptible layers of the skin.he epidermis is a protective outer covering of many plants and animals. It may be comprised of a single layer, as in plants, or of several layers of cells on top of the dermis, as in those of vertebrate animals. The primary role of the epidermis is to protect the more susceptible layers of the skin.
After 82 games and an endless stream of entertainment and storylines, the 2016-17 NBA regular season is winding down. Most teams will conclude their season on Monday, April 11 with a select few teams wrapping things up the day before. Just under half of the NBA will then lick its wounds and prepare for next month's NBA draft lottery, ahead of the June NBA draft.
The NBA playoffs start Saturday April 14 three days after the end of the regular season. All first games of the 8 first round matchups will be played either April 14 or 15. When do the 2018 NBA finals start? The NBA finals start TBD. How many teams make the playoff?