Nail Structure Flashcards
1
Q
onyx
A
term for nail
2
Q
onychology
A
study of the nail
3
Q
mantle
A
holds root and matrix
4
Q
matrix
A
mother of nail, generates cells, contains lymph blood vessels and nerves
5
Q
nail root
A
attached to matrix under skin
6
Q
nail bed
A
where nail body rests, nerves and blood vessels
7
Q
nail plate
A
nail body, nail root to free edge
8
Q
lunula
A
half moon, visible part of matrix
9
Q
eponychium
A
live tissue at base of nail
10
Q
cuticle
A
overlapping dead tissue
11
Q
nail grooves
A
tracks on side of nail, nail moves on it as it grows
12
Q
side walls
A
folds of skin on side of nail grove
13
Q
perionychium
A
living tissue on sides of nail
14
Q
free edge
A
extends beyond finger
15
Q
hyponychium
A
living tissue under free edge
16
Q
average nail growth
A
1/8 in per month
17
Q
new nail growth
A
4-6 month
18
Q
new toe nail growth
A
12-18 months
