The zone of dentin most recently formed and uncalcified is known as____________?

Correct answer: C. Predentin

  • A. Mantle dentin
  • B. Circumpulpal dentin
  • C. Predentin
  • D. Secondary dentin

Explanation

Predentin is the thin, newly formed layer of dentin matrix nearest the pulp that has not yet undergone mineralization. It lies internal to the mineralized circumpulpal dentin.

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