WorksheetsChemistry of Nail Polish
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the solvent used in most nail polishes?
ethyl acetate
nitrocellulose
benzoyl peroxide
methacrylate
What is the purpose of benzophenone-1 in nail polish?
to help it stick to the nail
to help the polish dry faster
to absorb UV light
to protect the color from UV light
What is the mail ingredient in nail polish?
acetone
Nitrocellulose
pigments
ethyl acetate
How is gel polish cured?
the solvent evaporated leaving the solute behind.
using a UV light
soaking in acetone
by using a quick-dry top coat
When under a UV light, the methacrylate monomers join together to make polymers.
true
false
How does nail polish dry?
the ethyl acetate evaporates
a UV light
by blowing on your nails until you are dizzy
the nitrocellulose evaporates
Gel polish is applied with a brush
true
false
What other ingredients are used in nail polish?
resins, pigments, and glitter
tetrahydrofurfuryl methacrylate and hydroxypropyl methacrylate
acrylic acid
butylated hydroxytoluene
Which lasts longer?
regular nail polish
gel polish
Gel polish is a plastic
true
false
