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Chapter 12 Gel Enhancements

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 1. 

Gels are NOT as hard as _______ enhancements.
a.
liquid
b.
powder
c.
liquid and powder
d.
any other
 

 2. 

A(n) ________________ is also known as a pre-polymer and is a thick, gel-like, sticky acrylate that is between a liquid and a solid.
a.
catalyst
b.
polymer
c.
oligomer
d.
monomer
 

 3. 

_____________ is the linking of the oligomers together into a solid chemical-resistant material.
a.
An exothermic reaction
b.
Viscosity
c.
Polymerization
d.
Overlaying
 

 4. 

_____________ occurs as each bond of the polymer is created: The more bonds that are formed when the gel cures, the more heat that is generated.
a.
An exothermic reaction
b.
Viscosity
c.
Polymerization
d.
Overlaying
 

 5. 

In order to cure gels, a curing lamp must emit _____ light at the proper intensity to provide sufficient energy.
a.
blue
b.
violet
c.
pink
d.
red
 

 6. 

What is the cure time for an LED lamp?
a.
5–10 seconds
b.
5–30 seconds
c.
5–45 seconds
d.
5–60 seconds
 

 7. 

Curing lamp LED bulbs have wavelengths of _______________.
a.
150–250 nm
b.
256–365 nm
c.
365–405 nm
d.
405–515 nm
 

 8. 

______________ gels are thick-viscosity gels that allow the nail technician to build an arch or extension.
a.
Polymer
b.
Building
c.
Soak-off
d.
Finishing
 

 9. 

______________ gels are sometimes referred to as acrygel.
a.
Polymer
b.
Building
c.
Soak-off
d.
Finishing
 

 10. 

______________ gels are an alternative to traditional nail lacquers; they are available in frosted hues and creams.
a.
Polymer
b.
Building
c.
Soak-off
d.
Finishing
 

 11. 

Soft gels are also known as ________________ gels.
a.
polymer
b.
building
c.
soak-off
d.
finishing
 

 12. 

________________ gels may or may not have an inhibition layer.
a.
Polymer
b.
Building
c.
Soak-off
d.
Finishing
 

 13. 

Elliott is gathering the supplies that he will need for a gel application. Which product should he be sure to get in order to improve the adhesion of gels?
a.
Nail tips
b.
Building gel
c.
Gel primer
d.
Finishing gel
 

 14. 

Be sure to choose an application brush that has the following qualities EXCEPT what?
a.
Small
b.
Flat
c.
Square shape
d.
Nylon
 

 15. 

Which of the following should a nail technician use to give a high-gloss shine when gel polish will not be used?
a.
Bonding gel
b.
Nail cleanser
c.
Finishing gel
d.
Building gel
 

 16. 

Which of the following should a nail technician use before applying primer or removing surface moisture?
a.
Bonding gel
b.
Nail cleanser
c.
Finishing gel
d.
Building gel
 

 17. 

Which is TRUE about gels?
a.
Gels are thick whether they are cold or warm.
b.
Gels are thin whether they are cold or warm.
c.
Gels are thicker when cold and runnier when warm.
d.
Gels are thicker when warm and runnier when cold.
 

 18. 

When applying a bead of gel, float it TOWARD the ___________. This is NOT the first area to float the gel on.
a.
nail plate
b.
cuticle
c.
free edge
d.
onyx
 

 19. 

Where should gel products be stored when NOT in use?
a.
On your work table
b.
On your cart
c.
In your pocket
d.
In a cabinet
 

 20. 

What can you do if gel cures on your brush?
a.
Soak it in acetone.
b.
Use it for gels from that point forward.
c.
Nothing, as it will be ruined and cannot be repaired.
d.
Clean it in warm, soapy water.
 

 21. 

What should a nail tech do if the client does NOT want her gel enhancement anymore?
a.
Repair it.
b.
Fill it.
c.
Rebalance it.
d.
Remove it.
 

 22. 

What would you recommend to a client who likes to change her polish often?
a.
Traditional polish
b.
Gel manicure
c.
Half-moon manicure
d.
Juliette wrap
 

 23. 

What would you recommend to a client who likes the look of traditional nails but often damages her nails immediately after service?
a.
Traditional polish
b.
Gel manicure
c.
Half-moon manicure
d.
Juliette wrap
 

 24. 

What usually occurs when clients and nail techs are choosing the service that will be performed?
a.
Nail techs usually do whatever clients want, even if they don't agree.
b.
Clients usually do whatever the nail techs want, even if they don't agree.
c.
Clients usually listen to what nail techs recommend.
d.
Nail techs don't usually give their opinion on what the client should get.
 

 25. 

When a client complains about polish lifting, what should a nail tech recommend?
a.
Traditional polish
b.
Gel manicure
c.
Chip-resistant polish
d.
Wrap
 



 
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