Plaque microflora can-split carbohydrates. What does it means?
Correct answer: A. Sacchrolytic
- A. Sacchrolytic
- B. Saprophytic
- C. Virulant
- D. Avirulant
Explanation
Saccharolytic organisms split or ferment carbohydrates, producing acids that contribute to enamel demineralization and caries. Saprophytic refers to organisms feeding on dead organic matter, not specifically carbohydrate fermentation.
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