Question

Bacteria that live in our mouths cause dental caries (tooth decay). Caries has been a problem

since the 1700s when sugar became available from the expanding sugar cane industry. Today,

we know a lot about caries.

For example:


• Bacteria that cause caries feed on sugar.

• The sugar is transformed to acid.

• Acid damages the surface of teeth.

• Brushing teeth helps to prevent caries.



A. What is the role of bacteria in dental caries?

i. Bacteria produce enamel.

ii. Bacteria produce sugar.

iii. Bacteria produce minerals

iv. Bacteria produce acid

pls give the correct answer​

Answer 1

Answer:

OPTION 4

Explanation:

Bacteria produce acid as they eat food and release acid which cause dental caries