Salivary peroxidise system is known to be effective agianst________________?

Correct answer: B. Lactobacillus acidophilus

  • A. Actinomyces viscosus
  • B. Lactobacillus acidophilus
  • C. Streptococcus mutans
  • D. Veilonella parvula

Explanation

The salivary peroxidase-thiocyanate-hydrogen peroxide system inhibits several oral bacteria, with Lactobacillus acidophilus being the classic organism associated with this effect in this question. It contributes to the nonspecific antibacterial action of saliva.

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