Gingival Consistency Refers to the ________ of the Underlying Connective

question 24

Short Answer

Gingival consistency refers to the ________ of the underlying connective tissue.

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Definitions:

Primary Bronchus

One of the two main branches of the trachea that convey air into the lungs.

Respiratory Bronchiole

The very small airways in the lungs where gas exchange between air and blood takes place, part of the respiratory zone.

Terminal Bronchiole

The smallest airways in the lungs, located at the end of the bronchiole tree, not directly involved in gas exchange.

Secondary Bronchus

Branches of the primary bronchi that lead into each lobe of the lungs, further branching into the tertiary bronchi.