Ch 16,17 & 18 Nails
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Nail tips are premolded nails made from:
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ABS plastic.
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Nail tips are used to:
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add extra length, serve as a support for nail enhancement products.
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A(n) _____ is similar to a nail clipper but is designed especially for use on nail tips.
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tip cutter
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Many nail tips have a shallow depression called a _____ that serves as the point of contact with the nail plate.
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well
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Which of the following is a type of nail tip?
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partial well, well-less, full well
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When fitting tips to your client, the tips you choose must:
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exactly cover the nail plate from sidewall to sidewall.
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Nail tips that are pre-beveled:
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require less filing on the natural nail after application.
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The bonding agent used to secure the nail tip to the natural nail is called:
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nail tip adhesive.
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Nail adhesives are commonly available:
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in a tube with a pointed applicator tip., as a one-drop applicator, as a brush-on.
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When opening an adhesive container, it is recommended that you point the opening:
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away from your face., away from your client.
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Nail wrap resin is:
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made from cyanoacrylate., used to coat and secure fabric wraps to the natural nail and nail tip., commonly used with overlays.
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The most popular type of nail wrap is the:
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fabric wrap.
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Fabric wraps are commonly available in all BUT which of the following forms?
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sheets
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A silk wrap is:
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lightweight with a smooth appearance.
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What happens when wrap resin is applied to a silk wrap?
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It becomes transparent.
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What is considered to be the strongest wrap fabric?
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linen
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Fiberglass is:
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not as strong as linen or silk.
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Paper wraps must be replaced:
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every time your client comes in for maintenance.
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Activator dissipates about ____ after being applied.
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2 minutes
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Wrap resin activator is also commonly known as wrap resin:
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accelerator.
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Clients who ____ are most likely to prefer a dip powder and adhesive enhancement.
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have a skin sensitivity or allergy
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Nail wraps generally require their first maintenance service after about:
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2 weeks.
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The portion of the maintenance service that involves applying enhancement product onto the new growth of nail is known as a(n):
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backfill.
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A _____ is a small strip of fabric applied to the weak point of the nail during the 4-week fabric wrap maintenance service to repair or strengthen a weak point in the enhancement.
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stress strip
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Nail wraps are removed by immersing the entire enhancement into a small glass bowl filled with:
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acetone.
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It is recommended that you make sure that your disinfection container is filled with clean disinfectant solution at least ____ before your first service of the day.
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20 minutes
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If a nail technician is left-handed, it is recommended that when setting up her workstation for a nail wrap service she place the disinfectant container:
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to the left on the manicure table.
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f a nail technician is right-handed, it is recommended that when setting up her workstation for a nail wrap service she place the finger bowl:
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in the middle of the manicure table.
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When setting up your manicure table for a nail wrap service, it is recommended that you tape or clip a plastic bag to the side of the table for what purpose?
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to deposit used materials
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A nail technician performs the client consultation:
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after seating the client at the manicure table.
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When filling out the client service form, a nail technician should record:
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service information. , her observations about the service., her product recommendations to the client.
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When performing a nail tip application, it is recommended that you begin with:
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the little finger on the client's left hand.
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When performing a nail tip application, if you accidentally touch the freshly prepped natural nail, it is recommended that you:
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clean the nail again and reapply nail dehydrator.
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When applying a nail tip, you must hold it in place for _____ until the adhesive has dried.
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5 to 10 seconds
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It is recommended that you use a _____ file for blending after applying nail tips with a well.
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medium- to fine-grit
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It is recommended that you use _____ to slide off softened nail tips after soaking them in acetone.
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a pusher
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When preparing a nail for a nail wrap service, it is recommended that you lightly buff the plate with a ____ abrasive.
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240-grit
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Nail wraps:
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can be performed over natural nails or nail tips.
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Spraying nail dehydrator on the nail plate during a nail wrap service:
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removes moisture from the surface and improves adhesion.
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When placing a fabric wrap on the nail plate, it is recommended that you keep it ____ away from the sidewall or eponychium.
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1/16\"
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How is wrap resin accelerator applied?
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with a brush, with a dropper, as a spray
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After a nail wrap has been applied and refined, it is recommended that you:
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apply nail oil and buff to a high shine with a fine buffer.
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At the 2-week maintenance service for a fabric wrap, it is recommended that you use ____ to remove existing nail polish.
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non-acetone polish remover
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During the 4-week maintenance service for a fabric wrap, after removing the polish and cleaning the natural nails, you must next:
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push back the eponychium.
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When it comes time to remove the fabric wrap, it is recommended that the client soak the nails in:
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acetone polish remover.
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Monomer liquid and polymer powder products can be applied:
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on the natural nail as a protective overlay., over a nail tip., on a form to create a nail extension.
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Which of these brushes would be the best option for a monomer liquid and polymer powder application?
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natural hair oval brush
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Which of the following products is banned by state boards in some states?
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methyl methacrylate (MMA)
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During the production of polymer powder, the powder forms into:
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small round beads of slightly varying sizes.
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Polymer powders are usually blended with pigments and colorants to create:
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shades of pink and white., milky translucent shades., shades of blue and purple.
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A(n) _____ is an additive designed to speed up chemical reactions and initiators.
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catalyst
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A catalyst is added to:
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monomer liquid.
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Benzoyl peroxide is:
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an initiator commonly added to polymer powder.
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When monomer and polymer products cure, they:
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harden.
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What is the recommended mix ratio for creating a dry bead?
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1 part monomer liquid and 1 part polymer powder
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Bead mix ratios are typically described as:
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dry, medium, or wet.
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What is the recommended mix ratio for a medium bead?
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1-1/2 parts monomer liquid and 1 part polymer powder
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In general, ____ beads are considered the ideal mix ratio for working with monomer liquids and polymer powders.
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medium
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The best way to dispose of small amounts of monomer liquid is to:
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mix them with polymer powder and then throw them away.
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Compared to traditional acid-based nail primers, nonacid primers:
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often work better., are more frequently used in salons., are less corrosive.
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When applying nonacid nail primer, it is recommended that you:
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apply the primer to the entire nail plate.
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t is recommended that you use a _____ abrasive for natural nail preparation and initial shaping during monomer liquid and polymer powder applications.
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medium-grit
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Which of the following is placed under the free edge and is used to extend the nail enhancements beyond the fingertip for additional length?
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nail forms
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What are nail tips made of?
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plastic
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Dust masks are worn to protect against the inhalation of:
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dust.
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It is recommended that nail primers be stored in:
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a cool, dark area.
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Odorless monomer liquid and polymer powder products:
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do not use ethyl acrylic.
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The tacky layer created when an odorless monomer liquid and polymer product hardens is known as the:
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inhibition layer.
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The ____ is the area of the nail that has all of the strength.
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apex
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The apex is usually located:
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in the center of the nail.
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The area on the side of the nail plate that grows free of its attachment to the nail fold and where the extension leaves the natural nail is called the:
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sidewall.
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In the salon, a ____ C-curve is the average.
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35 percent
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It is important to wear ____ while performing the recommended pre-service procedure.
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gloves
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If soap gets into disinfectant, it:
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causes the disinfectant to become inactive.
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It is recommended that you use _____ to clean the manicure table during the pre-service procedure.
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disinfectant
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After greeting the client, you next:
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escort her to the hand-washing area.
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During the post-service procedure, after advising the client about proper home maintenance for the service, it is recommended that you next:
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make retail product recommendations.
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Which of the following materials will you need to perform a one-color monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancement service?
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nail dehydrator , abrasives , dappen dishes
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When applying nail dehydrator during a monomer liquid and polymer powder application, it is recommended that you begin with:
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the little finger on the left hand.
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During a monomer liquid and polymer powder application:
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the monomer liquid and polymer powder are poured in different dishes.
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When performing a two-color monomer liquid and polymer powder application, how many dappen dishes will you need?
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three
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The monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement product application near the ______ must be thin for a natural-looking nail.
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sidewall, free edge, eponychium
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Nail enhancements made with monomer liquid and polymer powder will harden enough to file and shape after:
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several minutes.
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During a maintenance service on a one-color monomer and polymer enhancement, you should use a _____ after removing the polish to smooth down the ledge of the existing product.
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medium-coarse abrasive
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When performing a one-color monomer liquid and polymer powder maintenance service with an electric drill, how many coats of dehydrator should be applied to the natural nail?
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one
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When performing a crack repair on a monomer and polymer nail enhancement, after removing the existing polish, you must next:
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file a \"v\" shape into the crack or file flush to remove it.
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When performing a crack repair on a monomer and polymer nail enhancement, after the repair is made and the nail is shaped and buffed, you must next apply:
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nail oil.
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What is the recommended method for heating the acetone for a monomer and polymer enhancement removal service?
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placing the bowl of acetone inside another bowl of hot water
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During a monomer and polymer product removal service, it is recommended that you use which implement to remove the softened enhancement?
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a wooden pusher
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After the monomer and polymer enhancements are removed, the client's nails will _____ over the next 24 hours.
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become more rigid
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What is an oligomer?
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a short chain of monomers that is not long enough to be considered a polymer
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Oligomers are often referred to as:
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pre-polymers.
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Oligomers are:
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gel-like.
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The chemical family of urethanes is known for:
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high abrasion resistance and durability.
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UV gels:
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can be easy to file.
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Viscosity is a measurement of the:
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thickness or thinness of a liquid.
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Which of the following is NOT a common type of resin used with UV gel applications?
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peach
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Which type of UV gel is used to add more of an arch and curve to the fingernail?
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UV building gel
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Pigmented UV gels:
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can be building gels or self-leveling gels.
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UV gel polishes:
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can have a gloss gel applied over them after curing.
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Which of the following is NOT a common alternate term for UV gloss gels?
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tack-free gels
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Pink and white UV gels can be formulated in a variety of:
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viscosities., colors., opacities.
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It is recommended that you use ____ brushes for UV gel applications.
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flat-bristle
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It is recommended that you use a _____ for natural nail preparation during a UV gel application.
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medium abrasive
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It is recommended that you use a _____ for finishing work during a UV gel application.
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fine buffer
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If the client has flat fingernails, building will be easiest when done with a _____ UV building gel.
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thicker
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If the client has fingernails that have an arch and curve, then a ____ is recommended.
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self-leveling gel
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A UV lamp is also known as a:
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UV bulb.
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Which of the following is NOT a standard type of UV lamp?
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10-watt
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UV light is found in:
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sunlight., tanning lamps. , full-spectrum lamps.
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The amount of UV light produced by a UV lamp is referred to in terms of:
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intensity.
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A typical UV lamp will stay blue for:
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several years.
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UV lamps must be changed:
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two or three times a year.
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The most common UV lamp on the market is the _____ lamp.
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9-watt
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Soft UV gels are typically removed:
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with acetone.
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When performing the pre-service procedure, you generally must allow your implements to soak for _____ in the disinfection container.
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10 minutes
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When preparing your station for a UV gel service, where should the client's arm cushion be placed?
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in the middle of the manicure table
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Which of the following items should NOT be stored in the drawer of the manicure table?
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used materials
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During the post-service procedure, what do you do next after recommending retail products to the client?
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Escort the client to the front desk.
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You will need which of the following items for a one-color UV gel application?
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UV gel primer, cleansing solution, nail primer
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When cleaning the client's nails and removing the existing polish before a UV gel application, it is recommended that you start with:
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the little finger on the right hand.
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When performing a one-color UV gel application, it is recommended that you leave ____ around the cuticle and sidewall area of the fingernail.
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a 3/16\" gap
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When applying the UV gel onto the fingernail during a one-color UV gel application, it is recommended that you:
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gently brush the gel onto the nail.
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How long should the client's nails cure under the UV light after a one-color UV gel application?
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the length of time defined by the manufacturer of the UV gel product
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Which of the following can be used to remove the inhibition layer after the second layer of UV gel is added?
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acetone, the manufacturer's cleanser, alcohol
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After the gloss gel has cured and the inhibition layer has been removed, the next step in the one-color UV gel application procedure is to:
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apply nail oil.
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When performing a two-color UV gel application, what is the next step after pushing back the eponychium and removing cuticle from the nail plate?
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Clean and dehydrate the nail.
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When using tips with UV gels, if the curve of the tip does not match the curve of the fingernail:
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the tip can crack lengthwise down the center.
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When performing a two-color UV gel application, you create what is known as the _____ when you apply a coat of white gel over the tip and along the sidewalls of the fingernail.
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smile line
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In general, the more opaque gels:
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have thinner viscosities.
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Less opaque pigmented gels:
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are applied before the first coat of building gel.
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When applying UV gel over forms, clear plastic forms:
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can be used to allow UV light to penetrate from the underside.
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It is important to avoid excessive filing of gel enhancements because:
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it can result in cracking that begins at the sidewalls of the enhancement.
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When applying UV gel over a monomer and polymer enhancement, the use of buffing or cuticle oil when shaping the monomer and polymer enhancement before the gel application:
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is not recommended.
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Which of the following will you need for a hard UV gel removal service?
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polish remover
