Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321743261
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-326-8

Chapter 5 - The Integumentary System - Review Questions - Page 170: 14

Answer

No, a bald man isn’t hairless, as they have colorless vellus hairs. A bald man may appear to be bald due to his hair follicles degenerating, causing the hairs to lose their pigment. In some cases, the hairs may not emerge from the follicle.

Work Step by Step

No, a bald man isn’t hairless, as they have colorless vellus hairs. A bald man may appear to be bald due to his hair follicles degenerating, causing the hairs to lose their pigment. In some cases, the hairs may not emerge from the follicle.
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