Functions of Nails in Humans

Nail growth rate

• 1 mm per month

• 2 mm per month

• 3 mm per month

• 4 mm per month

True or False: Nails are made of bone

• True

• False

• Nails are made of cartilage

• Nails are made of skin

Role of cuticle

• new keratin cells from bacteria

• protective layer for plant leaves

• source of moisture for skin

• a type of hair follicle

Main function of nails

• To protect fingertips and enhances sensation

• To provide color to the fingertips

• To aid in gripping objects

• To absorb moisture

Function of nail matrix

• new nail cells

• nail color pigmentation

• nail growth speed regulation

• protection against infections

True or False: Nails are living tissue

• True

• False

• Partially True

• Depends on the type of nail

True or False: Nails grow faster in summer

• True

• False

• Only in winter

• Only in spring

Impact of diet on nail health

• Nutrient deficiencies can affect nail growth and appearance

• Eating more protein will always improve nail health

• Vitamins have no effect on nail strength

• A high-sugar diet promotes healthy nails

Function of hyponychium

• Protects the nail bed from infection

• Enhances nail growth

• Provides color to the nails

• Supports the nail structure

Role of nails in health indication

• can indicate health issues

• are primarily for protection

• have no relation to health

• are only for aesthetic purposes