Question

In a woman that has hirsutism _____.

A. the keratin filaments in hair undergo cell division to thicken the hair.
B. androgens stimulate vellus hair to become terminal hair.
C. the cuticles in the visible portion of the hair shaft undergo extensive cell division.
D. none of the above

Answer 1

Hirsutism is a condition in which women have excessive hair growth. Androgens stimulate vellus hair to become terminal hair.

Step-by-step explanation:

Hirsutism is a condition in which women have excessive hair growth in areas where men typically have hair, such as the face, chest, and back. The correct answer to the question is B. Androgens stimulate vellus hair to become terminal hair. Vellus hair is fine, unpigmented hair that covers most of the body. Androgens are male sex hormones that can stimulate the transformation of vellus hair into thicker, pigmented terminal hair. This can happen when there is an imbalance of hormones in the body, such as in cases of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or adrenal gland disorders.