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WorksheetsThe Structure of the Hair
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 37mins
The tough clear outside layer is the
cuticle
cortex
medulla
polymer
Name the outer layer of the hair
Cortex
Medulla
Cuticle
Root Sheath
Medulla
Outside covering of hair
Deepest layer of hair containing large cells and air spaces
Layer of flattened cells located deep to the cuticle but superficial to the medulla
Muscle attached to the hair follicle.
Cortex
Outside covering of hair
Deepest layer of hair containing large cells and air spaces
The middle layer which provides the hair with its strength
Muscle attached to the hair follicle.
A
Cuticle
Hair Follicle
Cortex
Medulla
D
Cuticle
medulla
Hair Bulb
Cortex
B
Cuticle
Hair Follicle
medulla
Cortex
C
Cuticle
Medulla
Hair Bulb
Cortex
The ability of hair to stretch and return to its original length without breaking is referred to as hair:
resitance
elasticity
density
porosity
Which layer of the hair shaft creates the shine and the smooth, silky feel of healthy hair?
medulla
arrector pili
cuticle
cortex
The outside layer of the hair shaft is called this
cortex
cuticle
medulla
epidermis
The main function of the outside layer is what
Protection
Absorb moisture
Absorb colour
Secrete oils
The cortex determines strength and elasticity
true
false
Describe the cuticles purpose....
Protection
Over lapping scales
Laying from roots to tips
Translucent
What is the purpose of the cuticle scale
To protect the cortex
To add strength
To create the hairs natural colour pigment
To protect the medulla
If the cuticle scale feels raised and bump this tells us?
The cuticle scale is closed and hair is in bad condition
The cuticle scale is open and hair is in poor condition
The cuticle scale is open and the hair is in good condition
The cuticle scale is closed and hair is in good condition
If the cuticle scale feels smooth this tells us?
The cuticle scale is open and hair is in good condition
The cuticle scale is open and hair is porous
The cuticle scale is closed and hair is porous
The cuticle is closed and hair is in good condition
What is the primary role of the cortex in the hair structure?
To absorb moisture
To protect the medulla
To secrete oils
To provide color and texture
Which layer of the hair is responsible for its elasticity?
Cuticle
Cortex
Follicle
Medulla
What happens when the cuticle layer is damaged?
The hair grows faster
The hair becomes more elastic
The hair color becomes more vibrant
The hair loses its shine and becomes rough
