Question

Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in our body. Name the compound it is made up of. At what ph of mouth does it gets corroded and suggest a method to prevent tooth decay

Answer 1

The enamel is made up of a compound called calcium phosphate.
Enamel starts corroding when the pH of the mouth is lower than 5.5
The best way to prevent this is to clean the mouth after eating. Using tooth pastes, which are more basic, for cleaning the teeth can neutralise the rxcess acid and prevent decay.

Answer 2

Answer:

Bacteria present in the mouth produce acids by degradation of

sugar and food particles remaining in the mouth after eating. Using toothpastes, which

are generally basic, for cleaning the teeth can neutralize the excess acid and prevent

tooth decay.

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