GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are hair and nails made of?
A
Keratin
B
Collagen
C
Sebum
D
Follicles
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Keratinocytes (pronounced: ker-uh-TIH-no-sites) make keratin, a type of protein that’s a basic component of hair, skin, and nails. Keratin in the skin’s outer layer helps create a protective barrier. Langerhans (pronounced: LAHNG-ur-hanz) cells help protect the body against infection.

Detailed explanation-2: -Our nails and hair are made up of a protein known as keratin.

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