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Nails are made of up the protein called keratin, which is a tough and insoluble structual protein.

It is basically dead skin cells.

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Keratin is the protein in the epidermis that helps protect the skin and underlying tissue. Keratin is strong and waterproof.

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Keratin protects the skin and underlying tissue. It is a strong, waterproof protein.

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