Hair Analysis Parts 1 and 2

Front

What is the cuticle pattern characterized by overlapping scales?

Back

Imbricate

Front

Which type of cuticle pattern is commonly found in rodents?

Back

Coronal

Front

Where is Nuclear DNA located in a hair strand?

Back

Root

Front

What is the medulla pattern that appears as a continuous line?

Back

Continuous

Front

What type of hair cuticle pattern is typically found in humans?

Back

Imbricate

Front

What is the cuticle pattern that resembles a crown?

Back

Coronal

Front

What is the term for the central core of a hair strand?

Back

Medulla

Front

What type of medulla pattern is characterized by gaps or interruptions?

Back

Fragmented/Interrupted

Front

Which type of hair is most likely to have an absent medulla?

Back

Animal hair

Front

What is the primary function of the hair cuticle?

Back

Protects the inner layers of the hair shaft.