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In permanent hair dyeing, what is the role of ammonia?

Correct answer: C. It opens the hair shaft

  • A. It acts as the primary coloring agent
  • B. It acts as the oxidizing agent
  • C. It opens the hair shaft
  • D. It neutralizes the dye

Explanation

In permanent hair dyeing, ammonia plays a crucial role by opening the hair shaft. This allows the dye to penetrate deeply into the hair, providing a long-lasting color change. Ammonia is not the coloring agent itself, nor does it act as an oxidizing agent or neutralize the dye. Instead, its primary function is to alter the hair structure to facilitate the dyeing process.

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