Anatomy & SciencesQuestion 13 of 484
Which phase of the hair growth cycle is the active growth phase?
a.Telogen
b.Anagen
c.Exogen
d.Catagen
Explanation
Anagen is the active growth phase. On the scalp, it lasts 2–7 years and accounts for the majority of hairs at any time.
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