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Keratin is a tough, waterproofing protein. Keratin is secreted by the cells of the epidermis (the outermost layer of skin).
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What is the waterproofing protein found in the epidermal cells called?
which is a protein that makes the skin waterproof
What are the components of humanities?
A tough protein called keratin.
What is the name for the tough waterproof protein found in skin ha?
keratin
What is a tough structural protein that gives strength to nails hair and skin?
iron
What is the name for the tough, waterproof protein found in skin, hair, and nails?
Keratin
What protein in skin makes it tough and waterproof?
Keratin is the protein that strengthens and waterproofs the epidermal layer of the skin.
Do you eat or drink protein?
Tough. Protein is a nutrient, so if you're talking about pure protein, that's probably only available in powder form . So in a drink, I guess.
The tough protein found in the skin that increases durability is?
Keratin- fibrous protein that makes up human skin, nails, hair etc.
What are the properties of fingernails?
Fingernails (and hair and horns) are made of keratin, a tough insoluble protein.
The tough protective protein found in the epidermal cells is called?
Keratin
Why don't we swell and pop when we go swimming?
Keratin is a waterproofing protein. Keratin is produced by keratinocytes. Keratinocytes are in the epidermis This is what makes us waterproof and keeps us from absorbing water.
The tough water-repellent protein found in the epidermal cells is called?
It is called Keratinocyte, which is in the outermost layer of the epidermis.
