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The 69 pages that link to Keratin, each with the reason it gives.

• FeatherNarrower topic: Feathers are built primarily from keratin, a durable protein.

• Composite bowNarrower topic: Horn's keratin structure helps explain its role as a compressive bow layer.

• HairNarrower topic: Hair’s strength and shape depend on this structural protein.

• HoofNarrower topic: Hoof walls and soles are built from this durable protein.

• ScuteNarrower topic: Scutes consist of keratin, the same structural material found in reptile scales.

• FeltNarrower topic: Wool’s keratin fibers provide the structure that enables felting.

• Rhinoceros hornNarrower topic: Compacted keratin forms the horn’s main material.

• Guard hairNarrower topic: Keratin gives guard hairs their durable, relatively stiff structure.

• OnychomycosisNarrower topic: Its abundance in nails helps explain why dermatophytes can persist there.

• Nail polishNarrower topic: Nail plates are made chiefly of keratin, shaping the coating's substrate.

• HorseshoeNarrower topic: Keratin forms the hoof wall that bears against the shoe.

• Angora goatNarrower topic: Mohair, like other animal hair, is made primarily of keratin.

• TrichologyNarrower topic: Hair’s strength and texture depend largely on its keratinized structure.