Across
- 3. inhibitor of calcification that occurs in parotid saliva of humans in variable amounts; anti calculus component of “tarter-control” dentrifices
- 6. a surrounding framework, enabling development in a structured manner
- 7. not made up of or containing cells
- 9. white blood corpuscle capable of amoebic movement; functions to protect the body against infection & disease
- 10. nucleus, focus, point of origin
Down
- 1. without definite shape or visible differentiation in structure
- 2. crystalline mineral component of bones & teeth that contains calcium & phosphate
- 4. heterotrophic microorganism that lives & grows in complete(or almost complete) absence of oxygen; some are obligate, others facultative
- 5. also referred to as “tartar” dental biofilm that has been mineralized primarily with calcium & phosphorous & occurs on the teeth & prosthetic appliances worn in the mouth
- 8. heterotrophic microorganisms that can live & grow in the presence of free oxygen;some are obligate, others facultative