In cap stage, regulating factor for cusp shape formation is present in____________?

Correct answer: D. Enamel Knot

  • A. Dental papilla
  • B. Dental follicle
  • C. Inner enamel epithelium
  • D. Enamel Knot

Explanation

The enamel knot is a transient signaling center in the cap-stage enamel organ that regulates cusp pattern and shape. It influences the surrounding inner enamel epithelium through signaling molecules.

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