I WONDER - Are Nails Alive? Me Pregunto - Están Vivas Las Uñas?

Nails are composed of dead cells, which is why cutting them is painless, similar to hair. The only living part of the nail is under the skin, known as the root, where blood flow supports growth. The white area at the base of the nail is called the lunula.

What are nails made of?

Why does it not hurt when we cut our nails?

What part of the nail is alive?

What is the function of blood in the nail?

What is the white area at the bottom of the nail called?