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OMG the hair muscles that make your hair stand up is very important. Without that your head would be flat and your hair wouldn't be allined perfectly in order ...ex . 111111111 stimulating hair and 222222 none muscluar hair.....11111111 :D 1112212212121 BAD
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 9y agoThe muscles that make the hair stand up are erector muscles under the skin. They are vestigial and do not serve much purpose other than to bunch the hair together.
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What is the function of the muscles that make hair stand?
in prehistoric days, we'd have muscles that make our hair stand up, this would make us seem bigger, and therfore, more intimidating
Is it true that the arrector pili are tiny muscles that cause the hair to stand erect?
no
What happens when arrector pilli muscles contract?
These are the muscles that make your hair stand up.... goose bumps, anyone?
Why do you have muscles to make your hair stand up?
b/c your dick stands up
Why does your hair stand on end when you get cold and scared?
The hair works as insulation for heat against the cold winds. When it is cold the erector muscles connected to the hair contracts.
A list of vestigial structures?
The appendix, coccyx, Muscles that move ears, muscles that make hair stand up, little toe, and wisdom teeth.
What is arrecto pili muscle?
The arrector pili muscles are in the hair follicles. When contracted, they cause the hair to stand on ends, commonly known as goosebumps.
What is the most important role of the arrector pili muscles in humans?
It causes the hair follicle to stand erect
What muscle causes your hair to stand on end?
The arrector pili muscles makes the hairs on your arm stand on end.
Is arrector pilli assist in maintaining skin tonus?
Yes, the arrector pili muscles contribute to maintaining skin tone. These small muscles are attached to hair follicles and contract in response to various stimuli, causing the hair to stand on end and the skin to form "goosebumps." This contraction helps to firm the skin and provide support.
Is arrector pili muscles associated with hair follicles?
Yes, arrector pili muscles are associated with hair follicles. Arrector pili muscles are in the skin, connected to the hair follicles. Their job is to help maintain body homeostasis. When we are cold, the arrector pili muscles shorten, causing our hairs to stand up so that they block the cold and help keep heat from escaping. Although this is not very effective in humans because evolution has made us less hairy, this is great method for hairy animals to stay warm. Now you know why we get "goosebumps" when we are cold! :)
What is the scientific term for erection of hair?
The scientific term for erection of hair is piloerection. This occurs when the erector muscles attached to hair follicles contract, causing the hair to stand up. It is commonly known as "goosebumps" or "horripilation."
