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Where does hair grow from?
Where does hair grow from?
- The hair root (correct)
- The outer surface of the skin
- The hair shaft
- The hair follicle
What is the primary function of hair?
What is the primary function of hair?
- To insulate the body from heat and cold (correct)
- For adornment
- To biologically inactive the body
- To protect the head from injury
How many hair follicles are present on the human head at birth?
How many hair follicles are present on the human head at birth?
- 10,000 to 15,000
- 100,000 to 150,000 (correct)
- Less than 50,000
- Over 500,000
What is the main role of the dermal papilla in relation to the hair follicle?
What is the main role of the dermal papilla in relation to the hair follicle?
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During which phase of the hair growth cycle is the dermal papilla totally inactive?
During which phase of the hair growth cycle is the dermal papilla totally inactive?
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What function do sebaceous glands serve in relation to the hair follicle?
What function do sebaceous glands serve in relation to the hair follicle?
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Which type of hair is usually found on the scalp, arms, and legs?
Which type of hair is usually found on the scalp, arms, and legs?
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What kind of follicle generally creates wavy to straight hair?
What kind of follicle generally creates wavy to straight hair?
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Where is the hair root located in the skin?
Where is the hair root located in the skin?
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What is the function of the hair bulb at the base of the hair root?
What is the function of the hair bulb at the base of the hair root?
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