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TEST BANKDental Assisting For
Modern Dental Assisting 14th Edition
By Jeffrey R. Smith & Debbie S. Robinson
,Chapter 1. Oral Embryology And Histology
1. Which Of The Following Is The Process By Which The Cells Of The Fertilized Egg
Divide And Form A Ball Of Cells During Embryonic Development?
A. Cleavage
B. Differentiation
C. Organogenesis
D. Implantation
Answer: A. Cleavage
FEEDBACK: Cleavage Is The Series Of Rapid Mitotic Divisions That Occur After
Fertilization, Leading To The Formation Of A Ball Of Cells Known As The Morula.
DIF: Easy
TOP: Embryonic Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
2. During The First Week Of Embryonic Development, The Fertilized Egg Becomes A
Structure Called A:
A. Zygote
B. Blastocyst
C. Morula
D. Embryo
Answer: B. Blastocyst
FEEDBACK: After Fertilization And Cleavage, The Ball Of Cells (Morula) Forms Into
A Blastocyst, Which Implants Into The Uterine Wall.
DIF: Easy
TOP: Embryonic Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
3. The Oral Cavity Begins To Develop During Which Of The Following Stages Of
Embryonic Development?
A. Zygote
B. Fetal
C. Pre-Implantation
D. Embryonic
Answer: D. Embryonic
FEEDBACK: The Development Of The Oral Cavity Starts During The Embryonic
Stage, Around The Third Week Of Pregnancy, As The Facial Structures Begin To Form.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Oral Cavity
Development MSC: Multiple
Choice
4. The Process By Which The Neural Tube Forms And Begins To Develop Into The
Brain And Spinal Cord Is Known As:
A. Gastrulation
B. Neurulation
C. Cleavage
D. Organogenesis
, Answer: B. Neurulation
FEEDBACK: Neurulation Is The Process Where The Neural Tube Forms, Which Later
Gives Rise To The Central Nervous System (Brain And Spinal Cord).
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Neural Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
5. Which Of The Following Is The Primary Function Of The Mesoderm Layer In
Embryonic Development?
A. Formation Of The Nervous System
B. Development Of The Skin And Hair
C. Formation Of Muscles, Bones, And Circulatory Systems
D. Formation Of The Digestive System
Answer: C. Formation Of Muscles, Bones, And Circulatory Systems
FEEDBACK: The Mesoderm Layer Gives Rise To Structures Such As Muscles, Bones, And
The Circulatory System During Embryonic Development.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Germ Layers
MSC: Multiple Choice
6. The Term "Histology" Refers To The Study Of:
A. The Structure And Function Of Tissues
B. The Development Of Organs
C. The Structure Of Cells
D. The Development Of Embryos
Answer: A. The Structure And Function Of Tissues
FEEDBACK: Histology Is The Study Of Tissues, Including Their Structure And
Function, And Their Role In The Body.
DIF: Easy
TOP: Histology
MSC: Multiple Choice
7. The Enamel Of The Tooth Is Derived From Which Embryonic Tissue?
A. Ectoderm
B. Mesoderm
C. Endoderm
D. Neural Crest
Answer: A. Ectoderm
FEEDBACK: Enamel, The Hard Outer Surface Of The Tooth, Develops From The
Ectodermal Layer Of The Embryo.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
8. The Development Of The Face And Oral Cavity During Embryonic Development
Involves Fusion Of Which Structures?
A. Palatal Shelves
B. Maxillary And Mandibular Processes
C. Frontal Nasal Process
D. Both B And C
, Answer: D. Both B And C
FEEDBACK: The Development Of The Face And Oral Cavity Involves The Fusion Of
The Maxillary And Mandibular Processes, As Well As The Frontal Nasal Process.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Facial Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
9. Which Structure Is Responsible For The Formation Of The Teeth During
Embryonic Development?
A. Neural Crest
B. Ectoderm
C. Mesoderm
D. Endoderm
Answer: A. Neural Crest
FEEDBACK: The Neural Crest Cells Play A Crucial Role In The Formation Of The Teeth
During Embryonic Development.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth
Formation MSC:
Multiple Choice
10. The First Indication Of Tooth Development Occurs During Which Week Of
Embryonic Development?
A. 2nd Week
B. 5th Week
C. 6th Week
D. 7th Week
Answer: C. 6th Week
FEEDBACK: The First Indication Of Tooth Development Appears During The 6th
Week Of Embryonic Development, When The Dental Lamina Forms.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
11. The Process Of Ossification Refers To:
A. The Formation Of Blood Cells
B. The Formation Of Bone
C. The Development Of The Skin
D. The Development Of The Digestive System
Answer: B. The Formation Of Bone
FEEDBACK: Ossification Is The Process By Which Bone Tissue Is Formed From
Cartilage Or Other Connective Tissue.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Bone Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
12. Which Of The Following Is A Key Feature Of The Histological Structure Of Enamel?
A. It Is Composed Of Collagen Fibers
B. It Is Avascular And Has No Living Cells
C. It Contains Many Blood Vessels
D. It Has A High Content Of Water
, Answer: B. It Is Avascular And Has No Living Cells
FEEDBACK: Enamel Is A Non-Living Tissue That Does Not Contain Blood Vessels Or
Living Cells, Which Contributes To Its Hardness.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Enamel Structure
MSC: Multiple Choice
13. The Dental Pulp Is Primarily Derived From Which Embryonic Tissue?
A. Ectoderm
B. Mesoderm
C. Endoderm
D. Neural Crest
Answer: D. Neural Crest
FEEDBACK: The Dental Pulp, Which Contains Nerves And Blood Vessels, Is Derived From
The Neural Crest During Tooth Development.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Pulp Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
14. The Process By Which A Structure In The Developing Embryo Transforms Into A
More Specialized Form Is Called:
A. Differentiation
B. Cleavage
C. Implantation
D. Gastrulation
Answer: A. Differentiation
FEEDBACK: Differentiation Is The Process By Which Cells Become More Specialized
And Take On Distinct Functions.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Cell Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
15. Which Of The Following Tissues Is Considered The Hardest In The Body?
A. Dentin
B. Enamel
C. Bone
D. Cementum
Answer: B. Enamel
FEEDBACK: Enamel Is The Hardest Tissue In The Human Body, Protecting The Teeth
From Decay And Wear.
DIF: Easy
TOP: Tooth Structure
MSC: Multiple Choice
16. The Process By Which The Embryo Develops Three Distinct Layers—Ectoderm,
Mesoderm, And Endoderm—Is Known As:
A. Neurulation
B. Organogenesis
C. Gastrulation
D. Cleavage
, Answer: C. Gastrulation
FEEDBACK: Gastrulation Is The Process Where The Three Primary Germ Layers—
Ectoderm, Mesoderm, And Endoderm—Are Formed, Setting The Stage For Further
Development.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Embryonic Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
17. The Developmental Origin Of The Palate Is From:
A. Ectoderm
B. Mesoderm
C. Neural Crest Cells
D. Endoderm
Answer: C. Neural Crest Cells
FEEDBACK: The Palate Develops From The Neural Crest Cells, Which Contribute To
The Formation Of The Facial Structures, Including The Palate.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Palate Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
18. The Development Of The Tooth Germ Begins At Which Stage Of Development?
A. Pre-Bud Stage
B. Cap Stage
C. Bell Stage
D. Bud Stage
Answer: D. Bud Stage
FEEDBACK: Tooth Development Begins At The Bud Stage When The Dental Lamina
Forms The Initial "Bud" Of The Developing Tooth.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Germ Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
19. Which Of The Following Tissues Is Responsible For The Formation Of The
Cementum Of The Tooth?
A. Enamel Organ
B. Dental Papilla
C. Dental Follicle
D. Neural Crest
Answer: C. Dental Follicle
FEEDBACK: The Dental Follicle Is Responsible For The Formation Of The Cementum,
Periodontal Ligament, And Alveolar Bone Around The Tooth.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Structure
MSC: Multiple Choice
20. The Development Of The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Occurs During Which
Phase Of Embryonic Development?
A. First Trimester
B. Second Trimester
C. Third Trimester
D. Postnatal
, Answer: A. First Trimester
FEEDBACK: The TMJ Begins Developing Early In The First Trimester, Around The
8th To 9th Week Of Embryonic Development.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: TMJ Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
21. The Process Of Tooth Eruption Is Controlled By The Interaction Between The Tooth
Germ And The:
A. Oral Epithelium
B. Dental Lamina
C. Periodontal Ligament
D. Alveolar Bone
Answer: C. Periodontal Ligament
FEEDBACK: The Eruption Of The Tooth Is Regulated By The Interaction Between The
Tooth Germ And The Periodontal Ligament, Which Anchors The Tooth Into The Bone.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Eruption
MSC: Multiple Choice
22. Which Layer Of The Enamel Organ Gives Rise To The Ameloblasts, Which Form Enamel?
A. Outer Enamel Epithelium
B. Inner Enamel Epithelium
C. Stellate Reticulum
D. Stratum Intermedium
Answer: B. Inner Enamel Epithelium
FEEDBACK: The Inner Enamel Epithelium Gives Rise To Ameloblasts, Which Are
Responsible For The Formation Of Enamel During Tooth Development.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
23. The Development Of The Secondary Dentition Begins During Which Stage Of
Embryonic Development?
A. Embryonic
B. Fetal
C. Postnatal
D. Pre-Birth
Answer: B. Fetal
FEEDBACK: The Development Of The Secondary (Permanent) Dentition Begins
During The Fetal Stage, Although The Teeth Do Not Erupt Until After Birth.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
24. The Dental Papilla Is Responsible For Forming Which Of The Following Structures?
A. Enamel
, B. Dentin
C. Cementum
D. Periodontal Ligament
Answer: B. Dentin
FEEDBACK: The Dental Papilla Forms Dentin, The Tissue Located Beneath The
Enamel Of The Tooth.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
25. The Hard Tissue That Forms The Bulk Of The Tooth Is:
A. Dentin
B. Enamel
C. Cementum
D. Pulp
Answer: A. Dentin
FEEDBACK: Dentin Is The Calcified Tissue That Forms The Bulk Of The Tooth
Beneath The Enamel.
DIF: Easy
TOP: Tooth Structure
MSC: Multiple Choice
26. The First Stage Of Odontogenesis, Or Tooth Development, Is Called The:
A. Bud Stage
B. Cap Stage
C. Bell Stage
D. Initiation Stage
Answer: A. Bud Stage
FEEDBACK: The Bud Stage Is The First Stage Of Odontogenesis, During Which The
Dental Lamina Forms The Initial Bud-Like Structure Of The Developing Tooth.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
27. Which Structure Develops Into The Root Of The Tooth?
A. Dental Lamina
B. Dental Papilla
C. Hertwig's Epithelial Root Sheath
D. Outer Enamel Epithelium
Answer: C. Hertwig's Epithelial Root Sheath
FEEDBACK: Hertwig's Epithelial Root Sheath Is Responsible For The Development Of The
Root Structure By Guiding The Formation Of The Root Dentin And Cementum.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Root
Development MSC: Multiple
Choice
28. The Function Of The Periodontal Ligament Is To:
A. Form Dentin
B. Protect The Tooth From Infection
C. Anchor The Tooth To The Alveolar Bone
, D. Secrete Enamel
Answer: C. Anchor The Tooth To The Alveolar Bone
FEEDBACK: The Periodontal Ligament Anchors The Tooth To The Surrounding
Alveolar Bone And Provides Support During Tooth Eruption.
DIF: Easy
TOP: Tooth Structure
MSC: Multiple Choice
29. Which Of The Following Structures Is Responsible For The Formation Of The Alveolar
Bone?
A. Dental Follicle
B. Neural Crest Cells
C. Enamel Organ
D. Dental Papilla
Answer: A. Dental Follicle
FEEDBACK: The Dental Follicle Is Responsible For The Formation Of The Alveolar
Bone And The Supporting Structures Around The Tooth.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Bone Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
30. The Term "Amelogenesis" Refers To The Process Of:
A. Formation Of Dentin
B. Formation Of Cementum
C. Formation Of Enamel
D. Formation Of The Pulp
Answer: C. Formation Of Enamel
FEEDBACK: Amelogenesis Is The Process By Which Enamel Is Formed During Tooth
Development.
DIF: Easy
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
31. Which Of The Following Tissues Contains The Only Living Cells In The Tooth?
A. Enamel
B. Dentin
C. Cementum
D. Pulp
Answer: D. Pulp
FEEDBACK: The Dental Pulp Is The Only Part Of The Tooth That Contains Living
Cells, Including Nerves And Blood Vessels.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Structure
MSC: Multiple Choice
32. The Eruption Of The Primary Dentition Typically Begins Around Which Age?
A. 6 Months
B. 2 Years
C. 4 Years
D. 6 Years
Answer: A. 6 Months
, FEEDBACK: The Eruption Of The Primary (Baby) Teeth Typically Begins At Around 6
Months Of Age.
DIF: Easy
TOP: Tooth Eruption
MSC: Multiple Choice
33. The Process Of Dental Pulp Becoming More Fibrous As A Person Ages Is Called:
A. Pulpal Sclerosis
B. Amelogenesis
C. Cementogenesis
D. Dentinogenesis
Answer: A. Pulpal Sclerosis
FEEDBACK: Pulpal Sclerosis Refers To The Hardening Or Fibrous Changes In The
Pulp Tissue As A Person Ages.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Pulp Aging
MSC: Multiple Choice
34. The Process In Which The Cells Of The Inner Enamel Epithelium Secrete Enamel Is Called:
A. Amelogenesis
B. Dentinogenesis
C. Cementogenesis
D. Enamelogenesis
Answer: A. Amelogenesis
FEEDBACK: Amelogenesis Is The Process By Which Ameloblasts, Derived From The
Inner Enamel Epithelium, Secrete Enamel.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
35. Which Of The Following Is A Feature Of The Enamel Organ?
A. It Is Derived From The Mesoderm.
B. It Gives Rise To The Pulp.
C. It Is Responsible For Enamel Formation.
D. It Forms The Root Of The Tooth.
Answer: C. It Is Responsible For Enamel Formation.
FEEDBACK: The Enamel Organ Is Responsible For The Formation Of Enamel During
Tooth Development.
DIF: Moderate
TOP: Tooth Development
MSC: Multiple Choice
36. The Dental Lamina Is Responsible For The Formation Of:
A. The Enamel
B. The Pulp
C. The Tooth Buds
D. The Cementum
Answer: C. The Tooth Buds
FEEDBACK: The Dental Lamina Gives Rise To The Tooth Buds, Which Later Develop
Into The Various Parts Of The Tooth.
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