wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
21
You visited us 21 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Dental caries is due to

A
Hereditary abnormalities
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
Bacterial Infections
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
Viral infection
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
Contaminated water
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B Bacterial Infections
Dental caries, which are also referred to as tooth decay or cavities, are one of the most common and widespread persistent diseases today and are also one of the most preventable. When we eat certain foods, the bacteria on the teeth break them down and produce acids that have the ability to seriously damage the hard tissues of the tooth. The result is the formation of dental caries (cavities).
So, the correct option is 'B" (Bacterial Infections).

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
1
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Introduction
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon