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Keratin is a fibrous protein making up most cells found in our nails and hair and the epidermis layer of our skin. It also makes up fish scales and crustacean shells, bird feathers and beaks, and animal horns and hooves.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 12y agoYes your fingernails are made of a type of protein called keratin. This this the same substance that make snake scales & your hair. Next time rub your nail then feel a snake the similarity is uncanny.
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∙ 8y agoThe protein that makes up the hair and nails is called keratin.
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∙ 12y agoI believe the protein in nails is called keratin
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∙ 9y agoKeratin is a protein substance necessary for healthy skin hair and nails.
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∙ 15y agoThe human nail consists of fibers
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What is the name of the fibrous protein found in bones?
the name of the protein in bone is protein of Bone
What is the name for the tough waterproof protein found in skin ha?
keratin
What is a protein found in the dermis?
The fibers found in the dermis are elastic fibers and collagen type I.
What is the name for the tough waterproof protein found in skin hair and nails.?
Keratin.
Protein factories found in the cytoplasm?
Ribosomes are generally called the protein factories of the cell.
What is the name of the fibrous protein found in bones?
the name of the protein in bone is protein of Bone
Where are nail cells formed?
They are composed of a protein called keratin.
What is the name of the protein found in nails hair and the skin?
keratin
What is the name of the protein found in the skin that keeps it from sagging?
Collagen
What makes a nail hard?
Like the hair the nail is made of keratin which is (hardened) protein. The nail protein is much harder than the hair. You can also use a nail strengthener on your nails to hardened and strengthen them.
What causes hard protein in the nail and hair?
keratin
What protein is responsible for nail hardness?
Keratin
What is fibrous protein found in the dermis?
Collagen is the fibrous protein found in the dermis.
What is the composition of fingernails?
The composition of fingernails is a tough protein called keratin. Toenails are also made of keratin. The structure of a nail is the nail plate, the nail matrix and the nail bed.
What is the name for the tough waterproof protein found in skin ha?
keratin
What is the name of the protein found in erythrocytes that transports respiratory gases?
Hemoglobin.
What is the name of the protein found in erythrocytes that allows for respiratory gas transport?
Hemoglobin
