Figure 5-3 a Single Hair Follicle and Hair (Longitudinal Section)

Figure 5-3 A Single Hair Follicle and Hair (Longitudinal Section)
Use Figure 5-3 to answer the following questions:
-The function of structure E is

A) to attach the hair shaft firmly to the dermis so that it does not move.
B) the deposition of high concentrations of melanin to color the hair shaft.
C) the production of new cells that will make the hair shaft longer.
D) the production of hormones that can affect the growth cycles of the hair follicle.
E) to change the orientation of the hair shaft.