Basics of Chemistry
Organic chemistry is the study of all substances containing _________?
Carbon
What are flat, scaly keratinocytes on the surface of the skin called?
Squamous
What are the two primary types of bacteria?
Pathogenic and Nonpathogenic
What are the three types of muscles?
Striated, Smooth, and Cardiac
What is another name for the magnifying lamp?
Loupe
What color does a base turn red litmus paper?
Blue
In which layer are Langerhans immune cells located?
Stratum Spinosum
How long should you flush a client's eyes with water if product gets into them?
15 Mins
Where is the corrugator located?
Between the eyes
What are the two reactions from galvanic current in esthetics?
Desincrustation and Iontophoresis
What is the proper term for oil-loving?
Lipophilic
What are the main components of the dermis?
Collagen, elastin, and intercellular fluids
What three qualities must disinfectants used in salons, spas, and medical facilities have?
Bactericidal, Virucidal, Fungicidal
Which is the largest of the gluteal muscles?
The gluteus maximus
What two gasses are contained within high-frequency electrodes?
Neon and Argon
What is the atomic weight of an element equal to?
Total # of protons and neutrons
What touch receptor sensory cells are located in the basal layer?
Merkel Cells
What are pus-forming bacteria arranged in curved lines resembling a string of beads?
Streptococci
Which muscle raises the corner of the mouth into a smile? The zygomaticus minor or the zygomaticus major?
Zygomaticus Major
What machine is used to apply a very fine mist of plant extracts, herb teas, fresheners, or astringents?
The Lucas Sprayer
What is a permanent mixture of 2 or more substances that are united with the aid of a binder?
Emulsion
What is the enzyme that stimulates melanocytes?
Tyrosinase
What are the two steps in decontamination method 2?
Cleaning then sterilizing
Which muscle runs along the chin and neck?
The Platysma
How long should a client wait after receiving injectables before getting microcurrent treatments?
2 Weeks