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What is the primary chemical composition of enamel?
What is the primary chemical composition of enamel?
- Lead and strontium ions
- Fluoride ions replacing hydroxyl group
- Magnesium ions
- Hydroxyapatite crystals composed of calcium phosphate (correct)
What is the impact of fluoride application by the dentist to the outer surface of enamel?
What is the impact of fluoride application by the dentist to the outer surface of enamel?
- It induces pain sensation
- It decreases mineralization
- It provides more resistance to decay (correct)
- It increases acid solubility
What is the role of enamel in conducting thermal or electrical changes?
What is the role of enamel in conducting thermal or electrical changes?
- Enamel is a good conductor of thermal and electrical changes
- Enamel has no impact on thermal or electrical conductivity
- Enamel acts as an isolator and can't conduct any thermal or electrical changes (correct)
- Enamel amplifies thermal and electrical changes
How does the inorganic content of enamel contribute to its structure?
How does the inorganic content of enamel contribute to its structure?
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What is the effect of fluoride compounds on the acid solubility of enamel?
What is the effect of fluoride compounds on the acid solubility of enamel?
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