Across
- 2. where the nail plate cells are formed
- 3. thickened layer of skin under the nail that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the nail plate
- 6. is known as the onyx
- 7. living skin at the base of the natural nail plate covering the matrix area
- 8. tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bones and holds organs in place
- 9. dead, colorless tissue attached to the natural nail plate
Down
- 1. several major parts, including the nail plate, bed, matrix, cuticle eponychium, perionychium, hyponychium, ligaments, and nail folds
- 4. hardened keratin plate that sits on and covers the nail bed
- 5. extends over the fingertip
- 6. living skin that supports the nail plate