The Protein That Reduces Water Loss at the Skin Surface

Question

The protein that reduces water loss at the skin surface is
A) eleidin.
B) collagen.
C) mucin.
D) keratin.
E) melanin.

Accepted Answer

Keratin is a protein that forms a protective layer on the skin, hair, and nails. In the epidermis, keratinocytes are the cells that produce keratin. The keratin layer helps to reduce water loss and protects the body from damage and infection.