Keratin is the protein that strengthens and waterproofs the epidermal layer of the skin.
No, keratin is protein No, keratin is protein
Keratin
It a structural protein
which is a protein that makes the skin waterproof
Your hair is made up of a long string of the protein keratin, which is the same protein that is the building blocks for fingernails, feathers, and even claws in many other species. --------------- Our skin is made up of keratin as well.
keratin
The tough protective protein found in epidermal cells is called keratin. Keratin helps to provide strength and structure to the skin, hair, and nails.
The tough waterproof protein found in skin, hair, and nails is called keratin. Keratin provides structure and protection to these tissues.
keratin
Nails are made of up the protein called keratin, which is a tough and insoluble structual protein. It is basically dead skin cells.
Keratin is a tough, waterproofing protein. Keratin is secreted by the cells of the epidermis (the outermost layer of skin).