The Cuticle is Another Name for the ________ of the Nail

Question

The cuticle is another name for the ________ of the nail.
A) eponychium
B) lunula
C) bed
D) hyponychium
E) fold

Accepted Answer

The eponychium, also known as the proximal fold, is the thin layer of living tissue that covers the base of the nail plate and attaches it to the nail matrix. It is often referred to as the cuticle.