Hair Fibers Flashcards by Hollie Dean | Brainscape

Q

What is the keratin in the hair

A

The protein-rich structure around the medulla that contains pigment

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What is the medulla in the hair

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The middle core, this may be absent

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What is the cuticle in the hair

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The outer coating composed of over lapping scales

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