Which of the following statements is true regarding nail growth?

The statement about nail growth being faster on the hands than on the feet is accurate. Research indicates that fingernails tend to grow at a rate of approximately 0.1 millimeters per day, while toenails grow more slowly, at about 0.05 millimeters per day. This difference can be attributed to several factors, including blood circulation and the amount of exposure to the environment that fingernails typically receive compared to toenails. Fingernails are also more active in terms of daily use, which may stimulate growth.

Each individual's nail growth rate can vary based on health, age, and lifestyle factors, which makes the statement about consistent growth for all individuals inaccurate. Additionally, external conditions, such as seasonal changes, often do not have a significant impact on the general growth rate of nails. Finally, the notion that naturally occurring nails do not grow is fundamentally incorrect, as nails are living structures that continuously grow throughout a person’s life.