Streptococcus Mutans Is a Common Oral Bacterium That Forms Dental

question 7

Multiple Choice

Streptococcus mutans is a common oral bacterium that forms dental plaque,which,if not removed,often results in tooth decay.What component of S.mutans is responsible for the formation of dental plaque?

• A)digestive enzymes released by the organism
• B)waste products excreted by the organism
• C)extracellular matrix materials of the organism
• D)proteins found in the cell wall of the organism

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