NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
____ :exposed part of the tooth ____ :covers the crown
A
crown:enamel
B
enamel:crown
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The enamel covers the crown of the tooth and is the hardest substance in the body. The cementum is the substance that covers the root of the tooth. The dentin is underneath the enamel and dentin and is much softer.

Detailed explanation-2: -Crown: The portion of the tooth projecting from the gums. It is covered by a layer of enamel, though dentin makes up the bulk of the tooth structure. The crown is the working part of the tooth.

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