S. Mutans

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Across
  1. 3. A systemic disease that S. mutans can cause if it enters the bloodstream.
  2. 4. The type of microbiome relationship S. mutans has in a healthy oral cavity.
  3. 6. The classification of S. mutans based on its reaction to Gram staining.
  4. 8. The primary environmental location of S. mutans in humans.
  5. 10. The trait that allows S. mutans to survive in acidic conditions.
Down
  1. 1. The classification of S. mutans based on its ability to survive without oxygen
  2. 2. A sticky matrix produced by S. mutans that facilitates biofilm formation.
  3. 5. The type of acid produced that demineralizes tooth enamel
  4. 7. A substance produced from sucrose by S. mutans contributing to its virulence.
  5. 9. The sugar primarily fermented by S. mutans into lactic acid.