Hair FactsVersion en ligne Choose the correct answer. par Rosalind Carter 1 Hair texture is determined by the ____________of the individual hair strand. a length b color c diameter d strength 2 Porous hair of the same color level will lighten faster than hair that is nonporous, because the bleaching agent can enter the ____________more rapidly. a medulla b follicle c cuticle d cortex 3 The ability of the hair to absorb moisture is called_________________. a density b porosity c elasticity d texture 4 The number of hairs per square inch on the head relates to the hair's ______________. a density b porosity c elasticity d texture 5 The natural pigment that determines hair color is called________________. a mitochondria b color granules c melanin d cortex