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What is the corner of the fingernail called?
the cuticleThe corner of the fingernail is called the free edge. The cuticle is a layer of non-living, almost invisible skin that "rides on" the surface of the nail at the base of the nail plate.
What does the nail plate contain?
The nail plate is composed of keratin.
What is part of the nail that covers the tender part of your finger?
the nail plate
Are the Appalachian mountains on an active plate edge?
No. There is no such thing as a passive plate edge. They are near a passive continental margin.
Do the Andes and Appalachian Mountains lie on the same type of plate edge?
No, the Andes are near a subduction zone type plate edge but the Appalachian Mountains are not near any plate edge of any kind.
Is the part of the nail plate that extends beyond the nail bed?
free edge
What is the middle part of the nail?
The middle part of the nail is called the nail plate or nail body. It is the hard, flat portion of the nail that extends from the base to the free edge.
Which part of the nail adheres to the nail bed?
free edge
What is the corner of the fingernail called?
the cuticleThe corner of the fingernail is called the free edge. The cuticle is a layer of non-living, almost invisible skin that "rides on" the surface of the nail at the base of the nail plate.
What is the scientific name for human nails?
Fingernails and toenails are made of a tough protein called keratin, as are animals' hooves and horns. Along with hair and teeth they are an appendage of the skin. The parts of the nail are: * Matrix This is the only living part of the nail. It is situated behind and underneath the Nail Fold and produces protein keratin which makes up the Nail Plate. If the matrix is ever damaged in any way, it would affect the Nail Plate growth. * Eponychium This is the dead skin that forms around the cuticle area. This can be lifted and trimmed during a professional manicure treatment. Tends to be more prominent on males. * Paronychium This is the 'live' skin that folds around the cuticle area giving protection to the Matrix. * Hyponychium, Is the area of attachment between the Nail Plate and Nail Bed that lies underneath the free edge. Anatomical terms of location Proximal and distal, end of the nail. * Nail plate Is the hard and translucent portion which is composed of layers of protein keratin. * Nail bed The Nail Bed is responsible for the 'pinkish' colour of the Nail Plate. It also determines what shape the nail will grow. * Lunula Tends to only be visible in larger nails. Is the whitish crescent shape around the base of the nail plate, is the shadow of the Matrix. * Nail fold A fold of hard skin overlapping the base and sides of a fingernail or toenail * Free edge The part of the nail that extends past the finger, beyond the nail plate. There should always be a free edge present to prevent infections. Ideally a free edge should be half of the 'pink' nail in length.[citation needed] * Nail Groove Acts as 'runners on drawers' and guides the direction of nail growth. They are situated down the sides of the Nail Fold.Taken from Wikipedia.com...the answer to all things.
Part of the nail that extends over your finger?
Free edge
What portion of the nail is clipped when it grows too long?
free edge
What are the different parts of a fingernail?
Nail Plate: The hard surface of the nail that you can see. Nail Bed: All of the soft tissue beneath the nail. Lanula: The half moon at the base of the nail. While some are hidden, they are usually visible on the thumb. Did you know that it is thought that the lanula is actually a reflection of light. Matrix: This area is located beneath the cuticle. This is where all the growth of the nail takes place. The area contains nerves and blood vessels to nourish the new nail. Cuticle: The skin that overlaps the nail plate is called the cuticle. Allowing the skin to dry out is the reason for the development of hangnails. Nail Folds: The skin that surrounds and supports the nail on three sides, holding it in place. Nail fungus infections often occur in this area.
What is Part of the nail that extends over your finger?
the gludius maximus
How long does it take for the nail to grow from the matrix to the free edge?
4-6 months
What does the nail plate contain?
The nail plate is composed of keratin.
Why it is important to file the nail from the outside inwards along the free edge in one direction only?
because it prevents breaking, splitting and damaging the nail.
