Anatomy

Age Changes In Tooth Question 1. Cementum. Answer: Cementum: It is a mineralized, hard connective tissue that covers the anatomical roots of teeth. It is avascular and non-innervated. It begins at the CEJ and extends up to the root apex. It is light yellow in color. It contains 45-50% of inorganic material, 50-55% of organic material, and water. It has … [Read more...] about Age Changes In Tooth

Incremental Line Of Salter Question 1. Cementoid Answer: "Importance of studying the incremental line of Salter for medical students: Questions explained" The growth of cementum is a rhythmic process As a new layer of cement is formed, the old one becomes calcified A thin layer of cement is usually observed on the cemental surface It is formed of an … [Read more...] about Incremental Line Of Salter

Synapse Question 1. Discuss two properties of synapse. Answer: Properties of synapse: One way conduction - Bell Magendie Law The impulses are transmitted only in one direction from pre synaptic neuron to post synaptic neuron Synaptic delay A short delay occurs during transmission of impulses in synapse Fatigue The synapse forms a seat of … [Read more...] about Synapse

Plasma Protein Enumerate plasma proteins giving normal values. Explain any five functions of plasma protein. (or) Mention the functions of plasma proteins. Answer: "Steps to explain functions of plasma proteins: Transport vs immune defense: Q&A guide" Plasma Functions: 1. Coagulation - fibrinogen, prothrombin and antihemophilic globulin are involved in … [Read more...] about Plasma Protein

Hemoglobin What is hemoglobin? Describe the types, functions and fate of haemoglobin. Answer: Hemoglobin: The red, oxygen carrying pigment in the RBCs of vertebrates is haemoglobin. It consists of the protein (globin) united with the pigment 'heme'. "Understanding hemoglobin through FAQs: Structure, functions, and uses explained" Types of Hemoglobin: … [Read more...] about Hemoglobin