Answer
(d) keratin
Work Step by Step
The chief role of keratinocytes is to produce keratin, the fibrous protein that helps give the epidermis its protective properties (Page 152).
Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)
by Marieb, Elaine N.; Hoehn, Katja N.
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0321743261
ISBN 13:
978-0-32174-326-8
Chapter 5 - The Integumentary System - Review Questions - Page 170: 3
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