Colorado Cosmetology Written Practice Exam

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What is the white half-moon shape at the base of the nail called?

Cuticle
Lanula
Lunula
Matrix

The correct answer is: Cuticle

The white half-moon shape at the base of the nail is called the lunula, not the cuticle, matrix, or lanula. The cuticle is the layer of skin that covers the base of the nail. The matrix is the area beneath the nail where new cells are formed. The lanula is not a term commonly used to refer to the white half-moon shape, making it an incorrect option. The term "lunula" comes from the Latin word for "little moon," which describes the shape of the area. Additionally, the lunula is typically only visible on the thumb and big toe nails, whereas the other options may be present on all nails.