pg. 1 AAMI Comprehensive Review Science/ All Practice Exam Questions with Correct Verified Answers/ Rated A+
Define dusky. - ANSWER - Somewhat dark in color, specifically when describing complexion color.
What is ecchymosis? - ANSWER - A discoloration of the skin caused by the escape of blood within the tissues, usually accompanied by swelling.
Define edema. - ANSWER - Abnormal accumulation of fluids in tissues or body cavities.
What is an electric spatula used for? - ANSWER - To dry moist tissues, reduce swollen tissues, and restore contour to natural form.
Define emaciation. - ANSWER - Excessive leanness; a wasted condition resulting in sunken surfaces of the face.
What is embalming? - ANSWER - The process of chemically treating the dead human body to reduce the presence and growth of microorganisms, temporarily inhibit organic decomposition, and restore an acceptable physical appearance.
What is an emollient? - ANSWER - A soothing agent that softens tissues, such as massage cream or a cosmetic.
What is emphasis in relation to color? - ANSWER - Using the same color of light as the color of the object.
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pg. 2 Define emulsion. - ANSWER - A permanent mixture of two or more immiscible substances (oil and water) united with the aid of a binder (gum) or emulsifier (soap).
What is the epidermis? - ANSWER - The outermost layer of skin; the cuticle or scarf skin.
What is an exposed area? - ANSWER - Any visible surface that is to remain uncovered or unclothed.
What are eyebrows? - ANSWER - The superficial hairs covering the superciliary arches.
What is an eyebrow pencil used for? - ANSWER - To color the hairs of the eyebrow or create an eyebrow where the hairs were removed.
What is an eyecap? - ANSWER - A thin, dome-like shell made of hardened cloth, metal, or plastic placed beneath eyelids to restore natural curvature and maintain the position of posed eyelids.
What are eyelids? - ANSWER - Two movable flaps of skin that cover and uncover each eyeball.
What is eye shadow? - ANSWER - A cosmetic color applied to the upper eyelid.
What is the face? - ANSWER - The region from the eyes to the base of the chin.
What does it mean to feather? - ANSWER - To gradually reduce to an indistinguishable edge.
What is a filler? - ANSWER - Material used to fill a large cavity.
What is firmness? - ANSWER - The degree of rigidity or stability. 2 / 4
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What is firm wax? - ANSWER - The most viscous type of wax used to fill large cavities.
What does it mean for a complexion to be florid? - ANSWER - Flushed with red.
What is fluorescent light? - ANSWER - The illumination produced by a tubular electric discharge lamp.
What is force in relation to color? - ANSWER - The quality of a color to draw attention.
What is the forehead? - ANSWER - The part of the face above the eyes.
What is foundation? - ANSWER - The complexion cosmetic in ornamental cosmetology.
What is funeral lighting? - ANSWER - The quality and quantity of illumination used for presentation of casketed remains.
What is glycerin? - ANSWER - A syrupy, colorless liquid used as a vehicle for some cosmetics.
What is gray? - ANSWER - A neutral, achromatic color resulting from the mixture of black and white pigments.
What is green? - ANSWER - The hue resulting from the mixture of yellow and blue pigments.
What is head shape? - ANSWER - The outline of the exterior margins of the head.
What is hemoglobin? - ANSWER - Red pigment; the protein coloring matter of the red blood corpuscles. 3 / 4
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What is the purpose of oxyhemoglobin? - ANSWER - To convey oxygen to the tissues.
What is a highlight? - ANSWER - A surface that reflects the maximum amount of light.
How can highlighting and shadowing be achieved with cosmetics? - ANSWER - By using lighter or darker colors than the complexion.
What is hue? - ANSWER - The property of a color that distinguishes it from others.
What is illumination? - ANSWER - The giving or casting of light.
What is incandescent light? - ANSWER - White light resulting from a heated filament.
What is indigo? - ANSWER - A deep violet blue color obtained from plants or made synthetically.
What is infrared? - ANSWER - The part of the invisible spectrum adjacent to the red end of the visible spectrum.
What is the integumentary lips? - ANSWER - The skin portion of the upper and lower lips.
What does it mean for a color to be intense? - ANSWER - It exists in a high degree of brilliance.
What is intensity in terms of color? - ANSWER - The brightness or dullness of a hue.
What is an intermediate hue? - ANSWER - A hue produced by mixing a primary hue with its adjacent secondary hue.
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