
Human Head Hair #1

by Science Photo Library
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Human Head Hair #1
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Science Photo Library
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Human head hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a shaft of Eurasian human head hair. Hair consists largely of keratin, a fibrous protein. The hair cuticle is formed of overlapping plates or scales, which are thought to reduce hair matting. Magnification: x680 when printed 10cm wide.
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July 31st, 2016
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