Which factor contributes most to the determination of hair color
A)the structure of the pigments produced by melanocytes at the papilla
B)age of the individual
C)air bubbles in the medulla of the hair shaft
D)All of the answers are correct.
E)None of the answers are correct.

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The structure of the pigments produced by melanocytes at the papilla is the main factor that determines hair color. The two types of melanin that contribute to hair color are eumelanin (produces black and brown hues) and pheomelanin (produces red and blonde hues). The amount and type of melanin produced determines the specific shade of color. Age and air bubbles in the medulla may affect the appearance of hair, but they are not the primary factors determining hair color.

Which Factor Contributes Most to the Determination of Hair Color