Question

which of the following terms means abnormal softening of the nails? a onychomycosis b onychomalacia c onychosclerosis d onychostenosis

Explanation:

In medical - terminology, "onycho -" refers to nails. "Malacia" means softening. Onychomycosis is a fungal nail infection. Onychosclerosis means hardening of the nails. Onychostenosis refers to narrowing of the nail.

Answer:

B. onychomalacia