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What is the primary function of keratins in nails?
What is the primary function of keratins in nails?
- To provide color to the nail
- To aid in nail growth rate
- To form the major structural component of nails (correct)
- To provide a protective barrier
Where are keratins 5 and 17 expressed in the nail?
Where are keratins 5 and 17 expressed in the nail?
- Throughout the nail bed (correct)
- In the hyponychium
- In the eponychium
- In the cuticle
What is the function of keratin 10 in the nail?
What is the function of keratin 10 in the nail?
- To provide flexibility to the nail
- To provide strength to the nail
- To contribute to adhesion and barrier function (correct)
- To aid in nail growth
What is the unique structure of keratin proteins?
What is the unique structure of keratin proteins?
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What is the benefit of the unique structure of keratin proteins?
What is the benefit of the unique structure of keratin proteins?
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How is the nail plate formed?
How is the nail plate formed?
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Why is adequate protein intake crucial for healthy keratin production?
Why is adequate protein intake crucial for healthy keratin production?
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What can disrupt keratin structure and lead to brittle or weak nails?
What can disrupt keratin structure and lead to brittle or weak nails?
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