Keratin

nose-to-nose interactions and grooming. A cat spends a considerable amount of time cleaning their coats to keep it clean- this is to usually get your scent off of them.The backwards-facing spines of the cat's tongue, which are called papillae, containing keratin which makes them rigid, almost like a hairbrush. Sadly, this can cause a cat to produce a hairball, or “bezoar”, as it is a regurgitation of the fur that they had groomed, but there are remedies that ease the elimination of these clump…

Such damage can range from combing and brushing your hair to heat manipulation and processing. Sinclair then explains how the cortex consists of closely packed spindle-shaped cells that contain keratin filaments that are positioned parallel to the longitudinal axis of the hair shaft (Sinclair). The keratin filaments found in hair are the main protein structures that minimizes dryness and damage. With the combining forces of the outer hydrophobic layer and the cortex that make up the physical…

Humain hair: Hair fibers consists of the cuticle and cortex some time medulla is also present in the center of hair fiber. hair fibers are about 50-100µm in diameter. All are composed of dead cells (keratinprotien) humain hair consists aout 65-95% of keratin[ ]and remaining part consist on water ,lipids,pigments and other trace elements. Protein is made up of 20-50 amino acids which formed long chain of amino acids. Cyctine is important amino acid . each unit contains two cysteine amino acids…

such as geographic areas, age, weather, anatomic sites, and etiologic agents. The fungi survive by eating plant or animal material. In this case, the fungi feed on the material found in the outer layer of our skin, hair, and nails commonly known as keratin. Ringworm appears as inflammation, rash, and swelling of the skin, scalp, soft tissue and nails. Often people can mistake ringworm as a common rash. However, with time, the rash turns into a crusted ring around the infected area. Hence, this…

A adult desi fowl carcasses were presented for post mortem examination with the history of weak and sudden death. External examination revealed ruffled feathers, occluded nostrils and closed beak. The internal examination revealed numerous light white tiny nodules about 1-2 mm in size on the oesophageal mucosa, fibrin layer adhered to the pericardium, congested intestinal mucosa, mild petechiae on the cecal tonsils and congested meningeal blood vessels. Histopathological examination revealed…

Melanoma One in five Americans acquire skin cancer throughout their lifetime (Marieb and Hoehn, pg.164). Although there are variations of skin cancer, melanoma is a very serious diagnosis. In order to understand how melanoma greatly affects the skin, one must comprehend the basic structure of the integumentary system. The skin is made up of three layers the epidermis, dermis, and the hypodermis. The epidermis contains epithelial tissue while the dermis is composed of connective tissue. The…

permanent protective barrier that helps to keep out everything from water to microorganisms. Additionally, it has the task to renew itself if cut or damaged in anyway. Furthermore, the epidermis also help to produce a water resistant protein called keratin, which helps the growth of hair and fingernails. The dermis is the inner layer of the skin that is mostly connective tissue. Muscle, nerves, sweet glands, and hair follicles exist in the dermis. These tissues helps the dermis in providing…

Hey there, did you know there are seventy-five different species of stingrays? That's a lot! Sting Rays are also closely related to sharks. The manta rays are the biggest species yet. They can reach up to seven feet wide and a length of fourteen feet long. Their diet is crustaceans, planktons, and small fish. The manta rays like staying just above the seabed to get cleaned. They also have the largest brain of any sea creature, so they probably make even the average dolphin jealous. Manta rays…

Integumentary System is composed of Skin and accessory Organs such as hair, nails, and Cutaneous Glands  Largest Organ!  Skin weighs about six pounds and sheds every 27 days Integumentary Cont. Functions of skin • Works to waterproof body (Keratin, a fibrous protein aids in this) • Acts as a cushion and protects body from infection • Excretes waste • Regulates Temperature and prevents dehydration by controlling perspiration • Houses sensory receptors to detect pain, sensation, and pressure…

CHIPS ALTERNATIVES Chips are a favorite snack or side dish for many people. There are several brands of chips in the grocery store. You can find chips not only at the grocery store, but even at the local subway as a side dish for your sandwich, and at barbeques as a side dish. Some people even eat chips at the movies. Chips have found their way into our hearts and groceries since they were first invented. But chips are fully of carbs. They are loaded with carbs, fat, and sodium. So instead of…