How it all began!!!

“The epithelial cells divide, and the newly formed cells become keratinized. this gives rise to tiny, keratinized scales that become part of the nail plate, pushing it forward over the nail bed. in time, the plate extends beyond the end of the nail bed and with normal use gradually wears away.” pg 177

Night of the Non-Living Nails

Nails are composed of dead epithelial tissue that has piled up over time. This is why nails continue to grow over time. (Pg. 177)

Time Lapse of Nail Growth- http://www.gifbin.com/reverse/981273

The Ultimate Shield

The Nails are a protective covering for skin under nails pg.177
Nails are found in the Cutaneous membrane; the Cutaneous membrane is the thin layer of skin on the external surface. Pg 177