Wilkins Ch 17 Key Terms

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Across
  1. 2. without definite shape or visible differentiation in structure
  2. 4. heterotrophic microorganism that can live and grow in the presence of free oxygen; some are obligate, others facultative
  3. 6. inhibitor of calcification that occurs in parotid saliva of humans in variable amounts; anticalculus component of “tartar-control” dentifrices.
  4. 7. nucleus, focus, point of origin.
  5. 8. a surrounding framework, enabling development in a structured manner.
  6. 9. white blood corpuscle capable of amoeboid movement; functions to protect the body against infection and disease.
Down
  1. 1. a solution containing more of an ingredient that can be held in solution permanently.
  2. 2. heterotrophic microorganism that lives and grows in complete (or almost complete) absence of oxygen; some are obligate, others facultative
  3. 3. also referred to as tartar. A dental biofilm that has been mineralized primarily with calcium and phosphorus and occurs on teeth and prosthetic appliances worn in the mouth.
  4. 5. crystalline mineral component of bones and teeth that contains calcium and phosphate.