Basal bone is____________?
Correct answer: A. That part of the bone embracing apices of root of teeth
- A. That part of the bone embracing apices of root of teeth
- B. Lower border of the mandible
- C. Ramus of the mandible
- D. That part of the bone containing teeth
Explanation
Basal bone is the portion of jawbone beneath and around the apices of the teeth, supporting the alveolar process. The part that directly contains the tooth sockets is the alveolar bone, not basal bone.
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