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Hair and nails are made of modified versions of skin cells. These cells contain a protein called keratin. Keratin is a chain of amino acids that form the cytoskeleton (a form of mini-skeleton) of the cell, which thus forms the hair follicle or finger nail.

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Hair and nails are composed mainly of a protein named?

keratin


Is human hair and nails composed of solely keratin?

yes


What parts of the human body is composed of protein?

tissues, nails, muscles, cells, blood, hair.....


What part of the body develops this kind of cancer?

Parts composed of non living tissue, for example hair and nails.


In what two ways are hair and nails similar?

Hair and nails are both composed of a protein called keratin. Additionally, they both grow from follicles, and their growth rate can be influenced by factors such as diet, genetics, and overall health.


Why do you not feel pain when you cut hair or nails?

Hair and nails are composed of keratin, a protein that does not have nerve endings or blood supply, making them insensitive to pain. When you cut hair or nails, you're essentially trimming dead tissue, which does not trigger pain receptors in the body. In contrast, the skin and underlying tissues, which do have nerve endings, can feel pain when injured. This lack of sensation in hair and nails is why grooming them does not cause discomfort.


Is the nail alive or dead?

nails are dead that is why when you die your hair and nails keep growing(hair is dead too)


What is the name of the system that is composed of the skin and the four appendages hair nails glands and nerves?

Integument System


When you die what still grows?

your nails and hair


Is hair and nails the same?

No, hair and nails are not the same. Hair is made of protein called keratin, while nails are also made of keratin but have a different structure and function in the body. Hair grows from follicles in the skin, while nails grow from the nail matrix at the base of the nail.


Which human body part or plant part is not completely composed of cells?

For human bodies: the hair, nails and outer skin have no cells.


What is an integument composed of?

An integument is composed of the skin and its associated components, including hair, nails, and glands. It serves as a protective barrier against physical injury, pathogens, and UV radiation, while also helping to regulate temperature and prevent dehydration. Additionally, the integument contains sensory receptors that allow for the detection of touch, pressure, pain, and temperature.