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Nail Theory Test Pivot Point Study Guide
1.
A loosening or separation of the nail is referred to as
::
Onycholysis
2.
A protein substance found in Nails, skin and hair is::
Keratin
3. Another term for brittle nails is ::
Onychorrhexis
4. Another term for bitten nails is ::
Onychophagy
5. Another term for tines pedis :: Athlete's foot
6. The living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the sides of the nail is
known
as the :: Perionychium
7. The nail plates rests on which area of the nail ?: Nail bed
8.
The part of the nail plate that extends beyond the end of the finger is
called
the :: Free Edge
9.
The study of the structure and growth of the nails is called
::
Onychology
10.
Which part of the nail serves as a watertight seal that protects the
matrix
against infection ?: Eponychium
11.
A
benefit
of
a
massage
is
::
Stimulation of glandular
activity
12. A polish technique that creates a natural looking effect on nails is called
::
French Polish
13.
A service that involves adding designs or accents to manicured nails
