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Alpha keratin is a protein present in hair,wool,nails, horns,hooves of mammals
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What is Alpha and beta keratin in hairdressing?
Keratin is a tough, fibrous protein. There are two types of keratin: alpha- and beta-keratin. Alpha-keratin is softer and is found only in mammals.
What are the functions of alpha keratin?
it is the structural protein of hair
What are the functions of alpha-keratin?
it is the structural protein of hair
What does alpha keratin mean?
alpha can be translated as the letter "A" in the greek alphabet, but also used as first. keratin are a family of fibrous structural protein
What substances are present in the nail structure?
Finger and toe nails are composed mostly of a fibrous protein called keratin.
Is keratin a phospholipid?
No, keratin is protein No, keratin is protein
Structure of keratin?
Alpha keratin has alpha helix structure and beta keratin has beta pleated sheet structure.
What protein in skin makes it tough and waterproof?
Keratin is the protein that strengthens and waterproofs the epidermal layer of the skin.
What does keratinization mean?
alpha can be translated as the letter "A" in the greek alphabet, but also used as first. keratin are a family of fibrous structural protein
What skin protein prevents water loss?
Keratin
What is protein keratin?
It a structural protein
What protein is responsible for nail hardness?
Keratin
