Are nails and claws part of the skeletal system?
1 Answer
Apr 2, 2016
No. They are part of the integumentary system.
Explanation:
Nails in humans and claws in animals are usually mistaken to be part of the skeletal system but their composition says otherwise. A nail or a claw is comprised of keratin. Keratin is a protein substance found in the skin's epidermis.
