Chapter 28 Flashcards
Chain reaction
Also known as polymerization reaction.
Process that joins together monomers to create very long polymer chains.
Dappen dish
Container that is used to hold monomer liquid and polymer powder
Grit
Refers to how many grains of sand are on the nail file
Initiators
Found in polymer powder.
When activated by a catalyst, will spring into action and cause monomer molecules to permanently link together into long polymer chains
Inlaid designs
Designs on the inside of a nail enhancement
Mix ratio
The amount of monomer liquid and polymer powder used to create a bead
Monomer
One unit called a molecule
Monomer liquid
Chemical liquid mixed with polymer powder to form the sculptured nail enhancement
Monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements
Enhancements created by combining monomer liquid and polymer powder
Nail extension underside
The underside of the nail extension
Nail forms
Used as a guide to extend the nail enhancements beyond the fingertip for additional length
Odorless monomer liquid and polymer powder products
Nail enhancement products that have little odor. Must be used with a dry mixed ratio (equal parts liquid and powder in bead)
Polymer
Substance formed by combining many small molecules into very long chain-like structures
Polymerization
Known as curing or hardening
Polymer powder
Powder that is combined with monomer liquid to form the nail enhancement
Stress area
Where the natural nail grows beyond the finger and becomes the free edge
Shiner
Buffer
Smile line
The curved line at the tip of the nail where French manicure is done
Apex
The arch in the center of the nail plate
