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What is the name for the soft core of the hair strand?

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What is the soft core of a hair strand?

The soft core of a hair strand is called the medulla. It is a column of cells that runs through the center of the hair shaft and is present in some but not all hair types. Its function is not entirely understood, but it may help with the flexibility and strength of the hair.


What is a thin strand of hair called?

A thin strand of hair is called a hair filament or a hair strand.


What is a piece of human hair called?

A single strand of human hair is called a "strand" or "hair follicle".


What is the mass of a strand of hair?

The mass of a strand of hair varies depending on the thickness and length of the hair. On average, a single strand of hair typically weighs around 0.6 milligrams.


How much does a strand of hair weigh?

On average, a single strand of hair weighs about 1 milligram.


What is the life of a single hair strand?

A single hair strand can survive for about 2 to 7 years before naturally falling out and being replaced by a new hair strand. Throughout its life, a hair strand goes through phases of growth, rest, and shedding as part of the hair growth cycle. Different factors like genetics, health, and environment can influence the lifespan of a hair strand.


What is a piece of hair called?

It is a strand of hair.


Is hair alive?

No, hair is not alive. Hair follicles at the base of the hair strand are living, but the hair strand itself is made up of dead cells and proteins.


How is a strand test carried out?

a strand test is carried out after applying colour to a hair. You remove the colour of a strand of the hair to check if you have the desired result (colour)


How do you a strand of hair?

talk to it


Strand of human hair stronger than steel?

No that is a complete myth. A strand of hair is a very delicate thing.