Understanding Fingernails and Toenails

The video tutorial explains the importance of trimming fingernails and toenails, comparing them to hair in terms of constant growth. It describes the structure of nails, including the cuticle and nail bed, and highlights their protective and functional roles, similar to animal claws. The tutorial emphasizes the need for regular nail maintenance to prevent breakage and discusses how nails can indicate overall health. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to engage with the content and ask questions.

Why is it important to trim your nails regularly?

• To make them grow faster

• To prevent them from getting too long

• To change their color

• To make them softer

Where do nails start growing?

• On the surface of the skin

• At the base of the nail under the cuticle

• Under the nail bed

• At the tip of the finger

What is the part of the finger under the nail called?

• Cuticle

• Nail tip

• Nail bed

• Nail root

What material are both human nails and animal claws made of?

• Collagen

• Silicon

• Calcium

• Keratin

What is one of the uses of human nails mentioned in the video?

• To dig holes

• To peel a banana

• To write on paper

• To help in climbing trees

How do fingernails protect your fingers?

• By making them more flexible

• By acting as a hard barrier against impacts

• By keeping them warm

• By making them grow faster

What is the main reason nails need to keep growing?

• To change their shape

• To make them softer

• To replace worn-down parts

• To become more colorful

What happens if nails grow too long too quickly?

• They become softer

• They are more likely to break or rip

• They change color

• They stop growing

What can changes in nail color indicate?

• A possible health issue

• A lack of exercise

• A change in diet

• A sign of aging

What can a doctor learn by examining your nails?

• Your age

• Your diet

• Your overall health

• Your exercise routine