What Do You Know About Fingernails?

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    What are nails made from?

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    • Keratin
    • Gelatin
    • Melatonin
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We're not talking about claws or talons, but specifically about fingernails. There are secrets that you definitely don't know about them—which is why doctors in some cases use them to check our health. Additionally, they come in different appearances and colours, with each having a meaning. If we've caught your attention, this is a good chance to learn.

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  • 2. 
    Which season do nails grow faster? - ProProfs

    Which season do nails grow faster?

    • Spring

    • Summer

    • Winter

    • Autumn

    Correct Answer
    A. Summer
    Explanation
    During the summer season, nails tend to grow faster. This is because warmer temperatures increase blood circulation, which in turn promotes nail growth. Additionally, exposure to sunlight during the summer months helps in the production of vitamin D, which is essential for nail health and growth. Therefore, the combination of increased blood flow and adequate vitamin D levels during summer accelerates nail growth.

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  • 3. 
    What do you call nail biting? - ProProfs

    What do you call nail biting?

    • Onychophagia

    • Hominins

    • Campylobacter

    • Staphylococcus

    Correct Answer
    A. Onychophagia
    Explanation
    Onychophagia is the correct answer because it refers to the habit of biting one's nails. This term is derived from the Greek words "onycho" meaning nail and "phagia" meaning eating or consuming. Nail biting is a common behavior that is often associated with anxiety, stress, or boredom. It can be a difficult habit to break and may have negative effects on the nails and surrounding skin.

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  • 4. 
    How many parts do your nails have? - ProProfs

    How many parts do your nails have?

    • 1

    • 2

    • 3

    • 4

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    Nails have four main parts. The nail plate is the hard, visible part of the nail. The nail bed is the skin underneath the nail plate. The nail matrix is the area where the nail is produced, located at the base of the nail. The cuticle is the thin layer of skin that protects the nail matrix. Therefore, the correct answer is 4.

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  • 5. 
    Which of the following do your nails need to survive? - ProProfs

    Which of the following do your nails need to survive?

    • Iron

    • Air

    • Blood

    • Water

    Correct Answer
    A. Blood
    Explanation
    Nails do not need blood to survive. While blood does provide nutrients and oxygen to the cells in our body, nails are made up of dead cells that do not require a blood supply. Nails primarily need water and moisture to stay healthy and prevent brittleness.

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  • 6. 
    When did Lee Redmond start growing her nails? - ProProfs

    When did Lee Redmond start growing her nails?

    • 1999

    • 1990

    • 1979

    • 1945

    Correct Answer
    A. 1979
    Explanation
    Lee Redmond started growing her nails in 1979.

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  • 7. 
    Which of the following is genetic? - ProProfs

    Which of the following is genetic?

    • Hardness of Your Nail

    • Length of Your Nail

    • Width of the Nail

    • Nail Curveness

    Correct Answer
    A. Hardness of Your Nail
    Explanation
    The hardness of your nail is genetic because it is determined by the genes that you inherit from your parents. The genes control the production of keratin, which is the protein that makes up your nails. Different variations in these genes can result in variations in nail hardness among individuals. Therefore, the hardness of your nail is a genetic trait that can be passed down through generations.

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  • 8. 
    What is the average length of nail grown per month? - ProProfs

    What is the average length of nail grown per month?

    • 4 mm

    • 1.8 mm

    • 2.7 mm

    • 3.5 mm

    Correct Answer
    A. 3.5 mm
    Explanation
    The average length of nail grown per month is 3.5 mm. This means that, on average, a person's nails grow by 3.5 mm every month.

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  • 9. 
    Who among the following held the world record for longest fingernails? - ProProfs

    Who among the following held the world record for longest fingernails?

    • Tiana Redmond

    • Lee Redmond

    • Rachel Redmond

    • Clara Redmond

    Correct Answer
    A. Lee Redmond
    Explanation
    Lee Redmond held the world record for longest fingernails.

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  • 10. 
    When was the first nail clippers patented? - ProProfs

    When was the first nail clippers patented?

    • 2002

    • 1990

    • 1875

    • 1975

    Correct Answer
    A. 1875
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1875. This suggests that the first nail clippers were patented in the year 1875. It implies that nail clippers have been in existence for a significant amount of time and have been used for personal grooming purposes for well over a century.

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