Question

gradual softening of enamel and dentin is known as _____________​

Answer 1

Answer:

tooth Decaying

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Answer 2

Softening of tooth layers is called tooth decay or caries.

Tooth are the hard structure in mouth, which help in breaking, chewing and crushing of food.

Enamel is the outermost layer of tooth while dentin is below it. Presence of sugar molecules in mouth becomes hub for bacteria.

The bacteria feed on the tooth, thus damaging the structure. The affect is occurrence of tooth decay and formation of holes, also known as caries.

Streptococcus is the common bacteria responsible for the damage.