The class of low molecular weight calcium binding proteins seen predominantly in developing enamel are_____________?
Correct answer: B. Amelogenin
- A. Enamelin
- B. Amelogenin
- C. Tuftelin
- D. Ameloplakin
Explanation
Amelogenin is the predominant low-molecular-weight enamel matrix protein during enamel formation and helps regulate crystal growth. Enamelin and ameloblastin are non-amelogenin matrix proteins, while ameloplakin is associated mainly with the ameloblast membrane and rod organization.
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