Trichology: NY Cosmetology State Board Exam Flashcards
Master trichology concepts for the New York Cosmetology State Board Exam with these 27 targeted flashcards. Covering hair structure, growth cycles, scalp conditions, and disorders, this deck prepares you for the most commonly tested trichology questions. Build confidence in hair science to pass your boards on the first attempt.
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Question 1
What is the technical term for the visible part of the hair that extends above the skin surface?
Answer
The hair shaft. It is the portion of the hair that projects beyond the skin and is composed of keratinized, dead cells.
Question 2
What are the three structural layers of the hair shaft from outermost to innermost?
Answer
Cuticle, cortex, and medulla. The cuticle is the outermost protective layer, the cortex provides strength and color, and the medulla is the innermost core.
Question 3
Which layer of the hair shaft contains melanin and is primarily responsible for giving hair its color and strength?
Answer
The cortex. It makes up the majority of the hair shaft and contains the melanin pigment granules that determine hair color.
Question 4
What is the function of the cuticle layer of the hair?
Answer
The cuticle protects the inner layers of the hair shaft. Its overlapping scale-like cells act as a barrier against moisture loss and physical damage.
Question 5
What is the name of the tube-like pocket in the skin that encloses the hair root?
Answer
The hair follicle. It is a sheath of skin and connective tissue that surrounds the hair root and anchors the hair in the scalp.
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