Across
- 6. A solution containing more of an ingredient that can be held in solution permanently.
- 8. Inhibitor of calcification that occurs in parotid saliva of humans in variable amounts; anticalculus component of “tartar-control” dentifrices.
- 10. Without definite shape or visible differentiation in structure.
- 11. Heterotrophic microorganism that can live in the presence of free oxygen; some are obligate, other facultative.
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- 1. Not made up of or containing cells
- 2. Also referred to as “tartar” , biofilm that has been mineralized primarily with calcium and phosphorus and occurs on the teeth and prosthetic appliances worn in mouth.
- 3. Nucleus, focus, point of origin.
- 4. A surrounding framework, enabling development in a structured manner.
- 5. Heterotrophic microorganism that lives and grows in complete (or almost complete absence of oxygen; some are obligate, others facultative.
- 7. White blood corpuscle capable of amoeboid movement; functions to protect the body against infection and disease.
- 9. Crystalline mineral component of bones and teeth that contain calcium and phosphate.