Hair Structure Flashcard

Front

Which of the following is NOT a phase of the hair growth cycle? Anagen, Catagen, Telogen, Melogen

Back

Melogen

Front

What is the purpose of identifying and defining common hair disorders?

Back

To understand hair health

Front

What is the outermost part of the hair called?

Back

Hair shaft

Front

What is the role of the hair root?

Back

To anchor the hair within the follicle

Front

What is the description of the hair shaft?

Back

Portion of hair extending above skin surface

Front

Which structure is not part of the hair root? Follicle, Hair bulb, Dermal papilla, Hair shaft

Back

Hair shaft

Front

What is the primary function of the arrector pili?

Back

Attaches to base of hair follicle

Front

The medulla is found in which part of the hair shaft? Options: Outermost layer, Middle layer, Innermost layer, Surface layer

Back

Innermost layer

Front

The cuticle layer of the hair shaft is composed of what type of cells?

Back

Flat, overlapping cells

Front

What is the outermost layer of the skin called?

Back

Epidermis