BIOLOGY- CUSTOM W/ MASTERINGBIOLOGY
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Author: Reece
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Chapter 41, Problem 10TYU
WRITE ABOUT A THEME: ORGANIZATION Hair is largely made up of the protein keratin. In a short essay (100-150 words), explain why a shampoo containing protein cannot replace the protein in damaged hair.
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BIOLOGY- CUSTOM W/ MASTERINGBIOLOGY
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