Answer: Irregular connective tissue and <span>Stratified squamous epithelium
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</span>Stratified squamous epithelium makes up the epidermis, the outer layer of skin that you can see and protects your inner organs. Epi- means above/on. <span> Irregular connective tissue makes up the dermis, which is the layer underneath the epidermis. This layer contains blood, sweat glands, nerves, etc.</span>