Arkansas State Barber Practice Exam

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The portion of the hair that provides strength, elasticity, and natural color is the:

Medulla
Cortex
Cuticle
Follicle

The correct answer is: Cortex

The cortex is the middle layer of the hair shaft and it contains keratin, responsible for providing strength, elasticity, and natural color to the hair. The medulla, or innermost layer, does not play a significant role in these functions. The cuticle, or outermost layer, protects the hair but does not contribute to strength, elasticity, or color. The follicle, while important for hair growth, is not part of the hair itself and does not provide these functions. Therefore, option B, cortex, is the most accurate choice.