Utah State board (nail tech) Latest Update Graded A+

Utah State board (nail tech) Latest Update Graded A+ Abductor Muscle that separates the fingers and toes Adductor The muscle at the base of each finger that draws the finger together Anabolism the process of combing smaller molecules to build larger and more complex molecules Carpus wrist Catabolism The phase of metabolism in which larger, more complex molecules are broken down within the cells to create smaller, simpler molecules cell membrane A cell part that encloses the protoplasm and permits soluble substances to enter and leave the cell. Digital nerve Nerve that with its branches, supplies the fingers and toes. Dorsal nerve Also known as dorsal cutaneous nerve; a nerve that extends up from the toes and foot, just under the skin, supplying impulses to toes and foot endocrine system Group of specialized glands that affect the growth, development, sexual activities, and health of the entire body. Extensor A muscle that straightens the wrist, hand, and fingers to form a straight line. extensor digitorum longus A muscle that bends the foot up and extends the toes Flexor An extensor muscle of the wrist involved involved in flexing the wrist Histology the study of tiny structures found in living tissues integumentary system The skin and it's accessory organs. Such as the oil and sweat glands, sensory receptors, hair, and nails. Metabolism the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life. Metacarpos Bones of the palm and the hand; parts of the hand containing five bones between the carpus and phalanges Muscle tissue Tissue that contracts and moves various parts of the body Myology The study of nature, structure, function, and diseases of the muscles. Nonstrained muscle These muscles are found in the internal organs of the body, such as the digestive or respiratory systems Nucleoplasm A fluid found within the nucleus of the cell that contains protien and DNA Nucleus The dense, active protoplasm found in the center of the cell that plays an important part in the cell reproduction and metabolism Onychysis A medical condition caused by physical separation of the nail plate from the nail bed Origin The part of the muscle that does not move, it is attached to the skeleton and usually part of a skeletal muscle parathyroid glands Regulates blood calcium and phosphorus levels so that the nervous and muscular system can function properly Patella Also known as the accessory bone; forms the kneecap joint Peroneus brevis Muscle that originates on the lower surface of the fibula. It bends the foot down and out. Phalange bones of the fingers and toes Pineal gland A gland of the enocrine system that plays a major role in sexual development, sleep, and metabolism