Test Your Hair Structure Knowledge! Trivia Quiz

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    Name the outside layer of the hair.

    • Cuticle
    • Follicle
    • Cortex
    • Medulla
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Are you ready to test your hair structure knowledge? Becoming a hairdresser takes a lot of hard work and learning new terms. Some of the causes of split ends include your hair weakens when you use a curling iron or hairdryer. Split ends may also be caused by wearing a ponytail or bun too tight and are further exacerbated by using a cheap, flimsy ponytail holder. Try this test and see what you know.

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  • 2. 

    Split ends can only be treated by cutting off.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Split ends occur when the ends of the hair shaft become frayed and damaged. This damage cannot be repaired, so the only effective way to get rid of split ends is to cut them off. Trimming the hair regularly helps to prevent split ends from occurring in the first place, but once they are present, cutting off the damaged ends is the only solution to maintain the health and appearance of the hair. Therefore, the statement "Split ends can only be treated by cutting off" is true.

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  • 3. 

    Put the layers in order, starting from outside.

    • Medulla, Cortex, Cuticle

    • Cortex, Medulla, Cuticle

    • Cuticle, Medulla, Cortex

    • Cuticle, Cortex, Medulla

    Correct Answer
    A. Cuticle, Cortex, Medulla
    Explanation
    The correct order of the layers starting from the outside is the cuticle, cortex, and medulla. The cuticle is the outermost layer of the hair shaft, providing protection and shine. The cortex is the middle layer, containing the pigment and giving the hair its strength and elasticity. The medulla is the innermost layer, consisting of soft keratin and providing structural support.

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  • 4. 

     The ______ is the layer of the hair that contains hydrogen bonds.

    Correct Answer
    cortex
    Explanation
    The cortex is the layer of the hair that contains hydrogen bonds. The cortex is the middle layer of the hair shaft and is responsible for the hair's strength, elasticity, and color. Hydrogen bonds are weak chemical bonds that form between the protein molecules in the cortex. These bonds contribute to the hair's structure and can be temporarily altered by heat or moisture, allowing for styling and shaping of the hair.

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  • 5. 

    A Medulla is not present in all hair.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The medulla is the innermost layer of the hair shaft, and it is not present in all hair. The presence or absence of the medulla can vary depending on the type and location of the hair. Some hairs, particularly fine or light-colored ones, may lack a medulla entirely. Therefore, it is true that a medulla is not present in all hair.

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