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.
NBA playoff schedule 2017: Scores, bracket for postseason nba April 28, 2017 3:59pm EDT April 14, 2017 9:12am EDT Basketball, English, NBA The NBA postseason is almost here, so let's take a look at where the playoff picture stands. LeBron James (Getty Images) The end of the 2017 regular season is here, and the 2017 NBA playoffs are about to start. We now know the fate of all the teams in the 16-team field, and we're ready for postseason action. Below, you will find a general schedule, bracket and a team-by-team breakdown of everyone in the playoffs. What are the NBA playoff games tonight? Wizards at Hawks: 7:30 PM ET, ESPNU/NBATV