Nail Technician Chemistry of Nail Products Questions and Answers

Question 1

In the context of acrylic nails, what is the primary function of a monomer?

Accepted Answer

To act as a building block that forms polymer chains.

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To initiate the curing process when exposed to heat.

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To provide the color and opacity to the acrylic powder.

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To dissolve the existing polymer powder into a paste.

Question 2

A client's gel polish is cured under an LED lamp. Which ingredient in the gel polish absorbs the light energy to start the hardening process?

Accepted Answer

Photoinitiator

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Oligomer

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Pigment

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Solvent

Question 3

What is the role of a plasticizer in traditional nail polish?

Accepted Answer

To add flexibility and prevent chipping.

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To create a glossy finish.

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To help the polish adhere to the nail plate.

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To suspend the pigments evenly.

Question 4

A nail technician applies a non-acid primer to a client's natural nails before an acrylic service. How does this type of primer primarily improve adhesion?

Accepted Answer

By acting like double-sided tape, bonding to the nail and the acrylic.

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By creating microscopic holes in the nail plate.

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By dissolving the natural oils on the surface of the nail.

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By hardening the surface of the natural nail plate.

Question 5

The chemical reaction that links monomers and oligomers together to form the long chains that create a durable nail enhancement is called:

Accepted Answer

Polymerization

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Evaporation

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Esterification

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Hydrolysis

Question 6

In nail enhancements, what is the function of a cross-linking monomer?

Accepted Answer

It forms a three-dimensional network for increased strength.

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It initiates the curing reaction.

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It creates a weaker, more flexible enhancement.

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It prevents the product from yellowing in UV light.