Why Does Hair Turn Gray?
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Science, Health Sciences, Biology
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1st - 6th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
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The video explains why hair turns gray as people age. Hair color is determined by melanin, produced by melanocytes in hair follicles. Over time, follicles lose melanocytes, leading to gray hair. This process varies by individual, typically starting around age 30-40. Some choose to dye their hair, while others embrace the natural gray. The video concludes by normalizing gray hair as a part of aging.
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What happens to hair follicles as they age?
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At what age do people typically start to notice gray hairs?
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