NAIL STRUCTURE

The end of the nail plate that can be filed and shaped during manicure.

• cuticle

• free edge

• hyponychium

• lunula

It is a portion where the nails separates from the skin.

• cuticle

• free edge

• hyponychium

• nail plate

It is a skin at the side of the free edge, the nail follows the line as it grows.

• free edge

• nail bed

• nail grooves

• nail plate

It is the visible portion of the nail.

• matrix

• nail bed

• nail grooves

• nail plate

The folds of skin where the nail is attached.

• mantle

• matrix

• nail bed

• nail walls

It is a part of the finger underneath the nail plate.

It is a moon shaped point where the matrix and nail bed meet.

What is the main component of nails that provides strength and protection?

Which of the following is NOT a function of nails?

• Protecting the fingertips

• Enhancing grip and dexterity

• Sensing pressure and temperature

• Producing red blood cells

What is the primary function of the nail bed?

• To provide color to the nails

• To produce sweat for temperature regulation

• To nourish and support the growth of the nail plate

• To regulate blood flow to the nails