Nails Exam

1. A substance that dissolves something is called a/an: View results

• a. Solute
• b. Enhancement
• c. Catalyst
• d. Solvent

2. Sulfur cross-links create strong: View results

• a. Natural nails
• b. Toxins
• c. Odors
• d. Vitamins

3. A water molecule can be broken down into: View results

• a. Helium and oxygen
• b. Hydrogen and oxygen
• c. Hydrogen and ozone
• d. Helium and ozone

4. You must always leave a margin between the skin and the product of: View results

• a. 1/16”
• b. 1/8”
• c. 3/16”
• d. 3/8”

5. All of the following are evaporation coatings EXCEPT: View results

• a. Nail polishes
• b. Gels
• c. Top coats
• d. Base coats

6. Substances that improve adhesion are: View results

• a. Primers
• b. Solutes
• c. Enhancements
• d. Corrosives

7. A common salon irritant is: View results

• a. Skin cream
• b. Cuticle oil
• c. Tap water
• d. Rubbing alcohol

8. Allergic reactions are caused by all the following EXCEPT: View results

• a. Overexposure
• b. Improper product consistency
• c. Any contact with monomer
• d. Custom blending your own mixture

9. Energy has no: View results

• a. Velocity
• b. Heat
• c. Substance
• d. Power

10. A chemical that cause two surfaces to stick together is a/an: View results

• a. Contaminant
• b. Adhesive
• c. Saturated solvent
• d. Surfactant

11. Washing hands and scrubbing the nail plate removes: View results

• a. Bacteria and fungal spores
• b. Surface oils
• c. Contaminants
• d. a, b & c

12. Sensitive clients generally show allergic symptoms after repeated exposure for: View results

• a. One to two months
• b. Four to six months
• c. Eight to nine months
• d. Ten to twelve months

13. When water becomes ice, there is a: View results

• a. Chemical change
• b. Physical improvement
• c. Chemical reaction
• d. Physical change

14. When the skin is damaged by irritants, the immune system releases: View results

• a. Histamines
• b. Antibodies
• c. Antitoxins
• d. Hormones

15. Overfilling promotes all of the following problems EXCEPT: View results

• a. Allergic reactions
• b. Bruising
• c. Infections
• d. Loss of the nail plate

16. The number of nail technicians affected by skin disorders on their hands is: View results

• a. 35%
• b. 40%
• c. 50%
• d. 65%

17. UV bulbs used to cure enhancements should be cleaned daily and changed at least: View results

• a. Twice a month
• b. Every month
• c. Every three months
• d. Twice a year

18. Product dusts and residues can accumulate on: View results

• a. Brush handles
• b. Containers
• c. Table tops
• d. a, b & c

19. In order to sell a product you should do all of the following EXCEPT: View results

• a. Show the client where all the products are displayed
• b. Use the product in the service
• c. Place the item in the client’s hand
• d. Ask if you can add it to the ticket

20. When removing artificial nail enhancements, warming the solvent to 1050 speeds removal time by: View results

• a. 15%
• b. 25%
• c. 30%
• d. 50%