The Linea Alba
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Where is the linea alba located?

  • On the palatal mucosa near the midline
  • On the vestibular mucosa near the maxillary tuberosity
  • On the buccal mucosa at the level of the occlusal plane of the adjacent teeth (correct)
  • On the lingual surface of the tongue
  • What is the linea alba associated with?

  • Pressure and frictional irritation (correct)
  • Tongue thrusting
  • Periodontal disease
  • Salivary gland dysfunction
  • Where is the linea alba usually more pronounced?

  • Adjacent to the posterior teeth (correct)
  • On the palatal mucosa near the midline
  • Adjacent to the anterior teeth
  • On the lingual surface of the tongue
  • What does the term 'pathology' refer to in the context of modern medical treatment?

    <p>Processes and tests within the contemporary medical field of 'general pathology'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what cases is the affix 'pathy' used?

    <p>To indicate a state of disease in both physical ailment and psychological conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the study of pathology encompass?

    <p>A wide range of biology research fields and medical practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the term 'pathology' used in a narrower fashion?

    <p>In the context of modern medical treatment, to refer to processes and tests within the contemporary medical field of 'general pathology'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'a pathology' idiomatically refer to?

    <p>The predicted or actual progression of particular diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

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