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protective seal under

the free edge that defends against infection to the nail
bed

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located below the cuticle, cells are constantly

dividing here to form the cells of the nail plate

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found on either side of the nail plate and also interlinking between the underside of the nail plate and nail bed. Anchors the nail into place and ensures it grows straight.

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located under the nail plate, is supplied with
nerves, blood and lymph
vessels from the underlying

dermis. Provides nourishment , gives the nail its pink colour.

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found under the cuticle, its

function is also to protect the

matrix.

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half moon of partially keratinised cells that has no function.

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folds of skin at the sides of the nail, protects the nail from

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fold of skin formed from the horny layer
that lies at the base of the nail plate, protects the matrix from

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found at the end of the nail plate, protects the fingertips and is used for fine grasping.