Functions of Nails in Humans

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Main function of nails

Back

To protect fingertips and enhances sensation

Front

True or False: Nails are made of bone

Back

False

Front

Nail growth rate

Back

3 mm per month

Front

Function of nail bed

Back

nail plate and provides nutrients

Front

True or False: Nails grow faster in summer

Back

True

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Role of cuticle

Back

new keratin cells from bacteria

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Function of lunula

Back

part of the nail matrix

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Function of nail matrix

Back

new nail cells

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Role of nails in health indication

Back

can indicate health issues

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True or False: Nails are living tissue

Back

False