Which of the Following Accurately Describe Cariogenic Potential of Foods

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describe cariogenic potential of foods, habits, and digestion? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Fresh fruits are highly cariogenic.
• B) Fruit juice can cause dental caries in toddlers.
• C) Slow oral clearance of a fermentable carbohydrate prolongs the exposure of a tooth to oral acids.
• D) Sharing eating utensils with another person can transmit Streptococcus mutans.
• E) An acidic saliva, measured by a high pH level, protects teeth from decay.

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Definitions:

Amino Acid

Organic molecule composed of an amino group and an acid group; covalently bonds to produce peptide molecules.

DNA Sequence

The order of nucleotides in a segment of DNA, determining genetic information.

Active Genes

Sections of DNA that are being transcribed and translated into proteins, influencing the traits of an organism.

Heterochromatin

A tightly packed form of DNA, which is transcriptionally inactive, aiding in maintaining the DNA's structural integrity.