Nail Anatomy & Hygiene

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Across
  1. 4. Using a chemical to destroy or inhibit the growth of microorganisms.
  2. 8. Removes dirt and helps prevent growth of microbes, but does not kill bacteria.
  3. 9. Children's nails grow _____________ faster than adults'.
  4. 12. Plate Constructed in about 100 layers.
  5. 13. Small portion of the skin that extends over the nail plate.
  6. 14. Helps produce the nail.
Down
  1. 1. Edge Extends beyond the fingertip.
  2. 2. Skin that is attached to the underside of the free edge.
  3. 3. Root Portion of nail plate hidden under the fold of the skin at the base of the nail.
  4. 5. Bed Where the nail plate is attached.
  5. 6. Nail contains 15-30% of this.
  6. 7. tools Should be discarded after use.
  7. 10. Excess cuticle that overlaps onto the base of the nail.
  8. 11. Half moon