Enamel spindles are formed by______________?
Correct answer: C. Odontoblasts
- A. Cracks
- B. Ameloblasts
- C. Odontoblasts
- D. Hypocalcified rods
Explanation
Enamel spindles are extensions of odontoblast processes that become trapped across the dentino-enamel junction during enamel formation. They are therefore derived from odontoblasts, not ameloblasts or cracks.
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