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Chapter 17: Monomer Liquid and Polymer Powder Nail Enhancements Flashcards

1
Q

All nail enhancement products are based almost entirely on ingredients that come from the …… family.

A

acrylic

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2
Q

The “poly” in polymer means……

A

many

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3
Q

Which of the following is not one of the three versions of monomer liquid used in the nail industry?

A

Ethyl acrylic

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4
Q

Polymer powder is made using a special chemical reaction called ……

A

polymerization

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5
Q

Ethyl methacrylate monomer liquid is commonly referred to as ……

A

EMA

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6
Q

Methyl methacrylate (MMA) is not recommended for use on nails and is …… in some states.

A

not legal

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7
Q

MMA nail products do not adhere well to the nail plate requiring the nail technician to …… the surface of the nail

A

shred or etch

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8
Q

MMA creates the hardest and …… nail enhancement.

A

most rigid

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9
Q

MMA …… in product removers.

A

does not dissolve well

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10
Q

MMA is a widely used monomer with a long history of safe use in medical and …… products

A

dental

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11
Q

When monomer liquid is picked up by a brush and mixed with polymer powder, it creates what is known as a …..

A

bead

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12
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A catalyst is an additive designed to ….. chemical reaction

A

speed up

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13
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The initiators found in polymer powder, when activated by a catalyst, will spring into action and cause monomer molecules to permanently link together into …….

A

long polymer chains

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14
Q

Compared to acne treatment, nail powders contain …..

A

less benzoyl peroxide

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15
Q

It is recommended that you mix 1 1/2 parts monomer liquid with 1 part polymer powder to create a …… bead

A

medium

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16
Q

The amount of monomer liquid and polymer powder used to create a bead is called the …..

A

mix ratio

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17
Q

in general, ……. beads are the ideal mix ratio for working with monomer liquids and polymer powders.

A

medium

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18
Q

Nail ……. remove surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil left on the natural nail plate.

A

dehydrators

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19
Q

Nail dehydrator should be applied liberally to the …….. only

A

nail plate

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20
Q

Nail …… is used on the natural nail prior to product application to assist in adhesion

A

primer

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21
Q

When applying an acid-based nail primer, it is recommended that you use ……

A

a light dotting action

22
Q

A medium-grit abrasive is not recommended for …..

A

finish filing of the nail

23
Q

Nail forms generally are not made of …..

A

fiberglass

24
Q

Which type of nail form can be disinfected?

A

plastic

25
Q

The special container used to hold the monomer liquid and polymer powder as you work is called a ……

A

dappen dish

26
Q

The best nail brush to use with monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement products is composed of natural Kolinsky,………, or a blend of both.

A

sable

27
Q

Unused monomer that has been removed from the original container should be ……

A

poured into an absorbent paper towel and placed in a plastic bag

28
Q

When a nail tech files a damaged section of a monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement and refills it with the appropriate products, it is called a ……

A

crack repair

28
Q

A dry mix ratio creates a bead that looks ….. on the brush

A

frost

29
Q

Odorless products harden more slowly and create a tacky layer called the ……

A

inhibition layer

29
Q

The Apex of the nail is also known as the …..

A

arch

29
Q

The Apex is usually what shape?

A

oval

29
Q

The area where the natural nail grows beyond the finger and becomes the free edge is known as the …..

A

stress area

30
Q

The length of the nail extensions and enhancements should be the same on …….

A

the index, middles, and ring finger

31
Q

The C-curve of the nail enhancement depends on the C-curve of the natural nail, which is on average ….. %

A

35

32
Q

Some manufacturers make a ……. that brushes on to cure the tacky inhibition layer that must be applied immediately after creating the odorless product enhancement.

A

resin

33
Q

Nail artistry with colored polymer powder is limited to only by ……

A

your imagination

34
Q

When performing a one-color monomer and polymer nail enhancement application, it is recommended that you apply ……. after using a pusher to push back the Eponychium and filing to remove the shine.

A

nail dehydrator

35
Q

When acid-free primer dries on the nail, it will be …..

A

sticky and shiny

36
Q

When performing a one-color monomer and polymer enhancement application, it is recommended that the first bead of monomer and polymer applied to the nail be …..

A

medium-to-dry

37
Q

After applying the first bead of the product during a monomer and polymer enhancement application, you should use the …… of your brush to press and smooth the product.

A

middle portion

38
Q

To perform a two-color monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancement with forms, you will need a nail dehydrator, nail forms, enhancement product, primer, abrasives brushes, and …….

A

dappen dishes

39
Q

Acid based nail primer will dry to a ……

A

chalky white

40
Q

When performing a two-color monomer and polymer enhancement application, the application must be ……. at the cuticle line.

A

thin

41
Q

After the application of the two-color monomer and polymer enhancement, it is recommended that you file the underside of the nail extensions and then glide the abrasive over the nail with ……

A

long, sweeping stokes

42
Q

When performing a one-color monomer and polymer enhancement maintenance service, what should you do if there is an excessive, loose nail-enhancement product and lifting?

A

soak off the enhancement and start fresh with a new application

43
Q

When performing a two-color monomer and polymer nail enhancement, use the tip of the brush to push ……. into place and wipe the edge until a crisp, rounded line is achieved.

A

the smile line

44
Q

Which of the following do you need to perform a crack repair on a monomer and polymer enhancement but not to perform a standard monomer and polymer maintenance service?

A

nail forms

45
Q

When performing a monomer and polymer crack repair, you must apply ….. after applying nail dehydrator.

A

nail primer to any exposed natural nail in the crack

46
Q

When removing monomer and polymer enhancements, the client’s nails should soak in the acetone for ……. or as long as needed to remove the enhancement product.

A

20-30 minutes

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