SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 27

SSC GD Constable (English) - 17th November 2021 Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q27

What is the dominant substance that makes up the hair, nails and the top layer of skin in the human body?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Keratin.

  • Keratin works by smoothing down the cells that overlap to form your hair strands.
  • The layers of cells, called the hair cuticle, theoretically absorb the keratin, resulting in hair that looks full and glossy.
  • Keratin also claims to make curly hair less frizzy, easier to style, and straighter in appearance.