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 and grow in the presence of free oxygen; some are obligate, others facultative
Down
- 1. Not made up of or containing cells
- 2. Also referred to as “tartar,” calculus is dental biofilm that has been mineralized primarily with calcium and phosphorus and occurs on the teeth and prosthetic appliances worn in the 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 contains calcium and phosphate.