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cdr_15

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The ________ is the portion of the nail that is clipped when it grows too long.
 
  A) nail root
  B) cuticle
  C) free edge
  D) nail bed

Question 2

Myelomas are cancer of the ________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: The free edge is the portion of the nail that is clipped when it grows too long. The nail grows longer from the nail root, which is protected by the cuticle. Nails are connected to the tissue underneath by the nail bed.

Answer to Question 2

bone marrow


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