NAIL TECHNICIAN PRACTICE TEST
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026/2027
SOLVED 100% CORRECT
◉ curette. Answer: a metal tool with a tiny scooped bowl on one or
both ends that is used to remove built-up dirt and film on the nail
plate and along the soft tissues of the nail bed
◉ hangnails (age nails). Answer: area of the cuticle that have split due
to dryness, natural damage, or improper care of the cuticle
◉ merkel nerve endings. Answer: sensory receptors that detect
displacement of skin increasing tactile sensory information from the
skin contact as well as detecting smal, sharp points that penetrate skin
◉ onychatrophia. Answer: a nail disease characterized by atrophy of
the nail
◉ strata. Answer: the four to five sublayers of the epidermis
◉ swiss carbide. Answer: electronic nail file bits made from a higher
quality metal and that usually have rounded edges
◉ polymer. Answer: a chain of monomers that have strengthened
, ◉ nail grooves. Answer: the areas underneath the sides of the
cuticular system in which the nails are pushed along
◉ integumentary system. Answer: a collection of organs (primarily
the skin and its accessory structures) glands, and vessels that provide
coverage and protection to the human body
◉ cuticular system. Answer: the system of skin that overlaps the nail
at its base and around its lower edges, it is comprised of the cuticle,
the hyponicium, and the eponyicium
◉ base coat. Answer: this si the colorless coat that protects the nail
plate from being stained by the dye in nail polish while also providing
a strong base for the nail polish to adhere to
◉ cuticle nipper. Answer: the shape of this implement allows its
edges to slide across the top of the nail and cut away cuticle at the
base of the nail
◉ hypertrophy. Answer: characterized by an irregular growth
direction or thickening of the nail, usually resulting from an injury
◉ linen wraps. Answer: fabric nail wraps that are thicker than silk
wraps and require more coats of resin to adhere completely
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026/2027
SOLVED 100% CORRECT
◉ curette. Answer: a metal tool with a tiny scooped bowl on one or
both ends that is used to remove built-up dirt and film on the nail
plate and along the soft tissues of the nail bed
◉ hangnails (age nails). Answer: area of the cuticle that have split due
to dryness, natural damage, or improper care of the cuticle
◉ merkel nerve endings. Answer: sensory receptors that detect
displacement of skin increasing tactile sensory information from the
skin contact as well as detecting smal, sharp points that penetrate skin
◉ onychatrophia. Answer: a nail disease characterized by atrophy of
the nail
◉ strata. Answer: the four to five sublayers of the epidermis
◉ swiss carbide. Answer: electronic nail file bits made from a higher
quality metal and that usually have rounded edges
◉ polymer. Answer: a chain of monomers that have strengthened
, ◉ nail grooves. Answer: the areas underneath the sides of the
cuticular system in which the nails are pushed along
◉ integumentary system. Answer: a collection of organs (primarily
the skin and its accessory structures) glands, and vessels that provide
coverage and protection to the human body
◉ cuticular system. Answer: the system of skin that overlaps the nail
at its base and around its lower edges, it is comprised of the cuticle,
the hyponicium, and the eponyicium
◉ base coat. Answer: this si the colorless coat that protects the nail
plate from being stained by the dye in nail polish while also providing
a strong base for the nail polish to adhere to
◉ cuticle nipper. Answer: the shape of this implement allows its
edges to slide across the top of the nail and cut away cuticle at the
base of the nail
◉ hypertrophy. Answer: characterized by an irregular growth
direction or thickening of the nail, usually resulting from an injury
◉ linen wraps. Answer: fabric nail wraps that are thicker than silk
wraps and require more coats of resin to adhere completely
