Nails: Your Human Claws

Nails: Your Human Claws

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Science, Social Studies, Biology

1st - 6th Grade

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The video tutorial explains the importance of trimming nails, how they grow, and their structure. It highlights nails as useful tools made of keratin, similar to animal claws, and their role in protecting fingers and toes. The tutorial also emphasizes the need for regular nail maintenance to prevent breakage and discusses how nails can indicate overall body health.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do humans need to trim their nails regularly?

To prevent them from becoming too sharp

To make them grow faster

To stop them from growing altogether

To keep them from getting too long and unmanageable

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main component of both human nails and animal claws?

Silicon

Collagen

Keratin

Calcium

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do fingernails protect your fingers?

By keeping them warm

By acting as a hard barrier against impacts

By covering them with a soft layer

By making them stronger

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can changes in nail color or shape indicate?

An excess of vitamins

A lack of exercise

A potential health issue

A need for more sunlight

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to keep nails at a manageable length?

To make them softer

To help them grow faster

To prevent them from breaking or ripping

To make them look pretty