How Did Ancient Humans Cut Their Nails Without Nail Clippers?

The video explores the evolution of nail care, from prehistoric times to modern-day tools. It discusses how early humans managed nail growth through natural wear and tear due to manual labor. The video also covers the development of nail clippers in the 20th century and the historical use of knives for grooming. It highlights grooming as an essential part of human nature with cultural and social significance.

What are the two main types of modern nail clippers?

• Knife and scissors

• Compound lever and knife

• Pliers and compound lever

• Scissors and pliers

Before the invention of modern nail clippers, what tool was commonly used for nail grooming?

• A file

• A pair of scissors

• A knife or blade

• A small pen

How did early humans likely manage their nail length?

• By using scissors

• By using modern tools

• By biting their nails

• Through daily manual activities

What material are fingernails primarily made of?

• Silica

• Collagen

• Keratin

• Calcium

What behavior do humans and some animals share when dealing with long nails?

• Painting them

• Biting or tugging them

• Ignoring them

• Using tools to cut them