Nail Theory

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Across
  1. 3. extends at the end of the fingers and toes
  2. 6. attached to the matrix
  3. 7. ksin that touches, overlaps and surrounds the nail
  4. 10. folds of the skin on either sides of the nail groove
  5. 11. loose and pliable overlapping skin around the nail
  6. 12. visible nail area
  7. 13. active tissue that generates cells to make the nail
Down
  1. 1. area of the nail on which the nail body rests
  2. 2. tracks on either side of the nail that the nail moves on as it grows
  3. 4. cuticle that overlaps the lunula
  4. 5. half moon shape at base of nail
  5. 8. skin under the free edge
  6. 9. holds the root and matrix