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Hair, SEM. Hair fracture. Coloured scanning electron micrograph
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Hair, SEM. Hair fracture. Coloured scanning electron micrograph
Hair fracture. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fractured hair (yellow and pink). The surrounding layer of facial skin (brown) has a typically scale-like surface. Hairs grow from follicles in the underlying layer of the skin (the dermis). The portion of the hair emerging from the skin is made up of dead tissue. The outside of the hair, the cuticle (yellow), is covered in modified overlapping scales and protects the central cortex. The central cortex is made up of the fibrous protein keratin (pink), which acts as a structural element. Hair grows at a maximum rate of 15 centimetres a year
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This print captures the intricate details of a fractured hair under a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The vibrant colors of yellow and pink highlight the delicate structure of this strand. Surrounding the hair is a layer of facial skin, characterized by its scale-like surface in shades of brown. Hairs, essential elements of our human body, grow from follicles located in the dermis, the underlying layer of skin. Interestingly, only the portion emerging from the skin is composed of dead tissue. The outermost layer known as the cuticle appears in striking yellow hues and consists of modified overlapping scales that shield and safeguard the central cortex. The central cortex forms an integral part of every hair shaft and comprises fibrous protein keratin showcased here in mesmerizing shades of pink. Keratin acts as a vital structural element within each strand, providing strength and resilience to our locks. It's fascinating to note that on average, hair grows at a maximum rate of 15 centimeters per year. This image not only offers us insight into its growth process but also showcases its damaged state through this fracture. Through this stunning SEM photograph by Science Photo Library, we gain an appreciation for both the microscopic beauty found within our own bodies and for scientific exploration itself.
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