Asked by Ticiana Santos on May 14, 2024
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The portion of a hair that protrudes above the surface of the skin is the ________.
A) hair bulb
B) hair root
C) hair shaft
D) hair follicle
E) dermal papilla
Dermal Papilla
Structures located at the base of the hair follicle, containing capillaries and nerves, crucial for hair growth and health.
Hair Follicle
A skin organ that produces hair, consisting of cells that together form the structure hosting each hair strand.
Hair Shaft
The part of the hair that is above the skin surface, consisting of dead, keratinized cells.
- Determine the structural anatomy of hair and elements affecting hair growth.
Verified Answer
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Orlando BisamazaMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The hair shaft is the part of the hair that is visible above the skin surface.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the structural anatomy of hair and elements affecting hair growth.