CCP CCP Trichology & Hair Science 1

Question 1

What is the technical term for the scientific study of hair and scalp?

Accepted Answer

Trichology

Answer

Dermatology

Answer

Cosmetology

Answer

Phycology

Question 2

Which layer of the hair shaft is responsible for the hair's strength and elasticity?

Accepted Answer

Cortex

Answer

Cuticle

Answer

Medulla

Answer

Follicle

Question 3

During which phase of the hair growth cycle does the hair follicle shrink and detach from the dermal papilla?

Accepted Answer

Catagen

Answer

Anagen

Answer

Telogen

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Exogen

Question 4

What condition is characterized by excessive hair loss resulting in patchy bald spots on the scalp?

Accepted Answer

Alopecia areata

Answer

Tinea capitis

Answer

Hypertrichosis

Answer

Canities

Question 5

What is the term for the natural graying of hair due to a decrease in melanin production?

Accepted Answer

Canities

Answer

Albinism

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Monilethrix

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Fragilitas crinium

Question 6

Which protein makes up approximately 90% of the hair shaft's chemical composition?

Accepted Answer

Keratin

Answer

Collagen

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Elastin

Answer

Fibrin