Hair and Massage Therapy Quiz

What is the primary protein that makes up the structure of hair?

• Melanin

• Keratin

• Collagen

• Elastin

Which layer of the hair shaft contains pigment that determines hair color?

• Medulla

• Cuticle

• Cortex

• Matrix

What scalp condition is characterized by white, flaky skin cells?

• Psoriasis

• Seborrhea

• Dandruff

• Folliculitis

Which type of hair has the most oval-shaped cross-section?

• Asian hair

• African hair

• European hair

• Native American hair

What is the technical term for hair loss?

• Trichology

• Alopecia

• Hirsutism

• Hypertrichosis

Which scalp condition is characterized by red, scaly patches and inflammation?

• Tinea capitis

• Seborrheic dermatitis

• Folliculitis

• Psoriasis

What is the average number of hair strands on a healthy human scalp?

• 50,000-80,000

• 90,000-120,000

• 150,000-200,000

• 250,000-300,000

Which hair type is most prone to tangling and breakage?

• Type 1 (straight)

• Type 2 (wavy)

• Type 3 (curly)

• Type 4 (coily)

What is the average daily hair loss for a healthy individual?

• 10-30 strands

• 50-100 strands

• 150-200 strands

• 250-300 strands

Which phase of the hair growth cycle is the resting phase?

• Anagen

• Catagen

• Telogen

• Exogen