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Q: Does keratin prevent the entry of pathogens?
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Yes. Antibodies do prevent pathogens from infecting other cells.


Which adaptations of the skin prevent pathogens from entering the body?

There are three major non-adaptive or innate defenses in the skin to prevent the entry of pathogenic organisms.Keratin acts as a physical barrier to prevent moisture from escaping and pathogens from entering.Sebaceous glands in the skin produce sebum which is an oily substance that can inhibit the growth of some bacteria.Epithelial cells produce antimicrobial peptides called defensins.


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Prevent pathogens in air by?

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How to prevent Brazilian keratin treatment causing hair to shed?

If your losing hair after Keratin treatment.... you better go back and talk to the establishment that did your hair!!!!


What layer of skin if unbroken prevents the entry of most pathogens?

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What is the role of the Keratin?

prevent breaking in the hair and is used as a strong protein in the skin