Gases, Vapors and Fumes
True or False
Everything we see or touch, except light and electricity is a chemical.
Explain
True
This is the force of nature that makes two surfaces stick together.
Adhesion.
This depends on proper technique and high-quality products.
Good Adhesion
Please list the two main types of nail coatings, and explain.
Coatings that cure corn polymerize (chemical reaction) and coatings that harden upon evaporation (Physical reaction)
True or False
There are 2 main types of acrylics used to make all nail enhancements and glues.
Explain.
False
3 Main Types
Methacrylates, Acrylates, Cynoacrylates.
Nail enhancements are not designed to be taken off more than how many times a year? Explain.
No more than twice, even when done carefully the nail plate is still damaged with the removal of nail enhancements.
This defined as a state of matter consisting of particles, which have neither a defined volume nor defined shape.
A Gas.
Define nail primer.
List all types of primers, with description for DOUBLE PTS!!!
A substance that improves adhesion.
*Acid Based Primer, Non-acid primer, and Acid Free*
How long does it take to for moisture to return to the nail plate after nail dehydrator has been applied?
30 minutes
The chemical reaction that makes polymers is called ____________.
Polymerization.
All nail glues and wraps and are based on this.
Cyanoacrylates.
These masks are highly effective and prevent inhalation exposure.
N-95
Any substance that is liquid at room temperature will form a what once it is heated?
A Vapor.
This type of substance can cause irreversible/permanent damage to the skin or eyes.
A corrosive substance
Define over-filing.
Excessively roughing up the nail plate.
What is a catalyst?
A substance that speeds up a chemical reactionary making initiators work more efficiently.
The FDA and most states boards of cosmetology say not to use it, and is used for bone repair.
Methyl Methacrylate Monomer (MMA)
This is a requirement and must not be ignored.
Proper ventilation.
Most chemicals are are found as ______.
Fill in the blank.
Molecules
True or False
For clients with a lot of lifting, you as a nail professional should apply two coats of primer to the nail plate before nail enhancement application.
Explain.
False: Use Nail primers sparingly, if you find that you need more than one coat of primer, something is wrong.
Thinner nail plates create a ______ foundation for nail enhancements.
Weaker
True or False
Thermal initiators get extra energy when exposed to UV energy.
False
Thermal initiators gain extra energy from heat and light.
Paracelsus, a 16th century physician said this famous quote.
"All substances are poisonous; there is none that is not a poison. Only the dose differentiates a poison and a remedy.'
True or false
An exhaust fan is used to capture vapors and dusts at the source. They are also mobile units that can be easily transported around a salon.
False.
A local source capture ventilation system.
Paper can be turned into sugar, petroleum oil can be turned into vitamin c, and acetone can be turned into water or oxygen. How is this possible?
Molecules are like building blocks, they can arranged and rearranged. Creating something new.
Non-acid primers do not contain ____________, but instead contain other types of acidic substances.
What should one avoid while removing nail enhancements from a clients nail plate?
Heavy handed scraping or filing.
Find and and explain 5 different types of polymers found in nature.
*Daily Double*
Answers may vary, but may include:
rubber, latex, dna, hair, nails, or synthetic polymers like nylons, teflon or silicone.
True or False
Over exposure determines toxicity, over exposure is repeated, prolonged or long term exposure that causes sensitivity.
Explain.
True
What is the best thing for the nail?
A highly skilled, educated and conscientious nail professional.