INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM
INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS
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Question
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Which structure is NOT associated with hair?
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shaft
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follicle
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cuticle
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lunula
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Lunula is the white crescent part of skin on the nails and it is not a part of hair.
Detailed explanation-2: -The cuticle is your hair’s protective layer, composed of overlapping cells-like fish scales or roof tiles, but facing downwards. A healthy cuticle is smooth and flat. This gives your hair shine and protects the inner layers from damage.
Detailed explanation-3: -Arrector pili are small smooth muscle cells taht surround the hair follicle and connect it to dermal tissue. Contraction of these muscles allows the hair to come to an upright position. However, these muscles are not involved in sweating.
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