Laboratory Experiments in Microbiology (12th Edition) (What's New in Microbiology)
Laboratory Experiments in Microbiology (12th Edition) (What's New in Microbiology)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605203
Author: Ted R. Johnson, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 47, Problem 2Q
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To determine:

The reason for the necessity of both sucrose and bacteria for tooth decay.

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Tooth decay is nothing but the damage of teeth due to acid production by bacteria. It is otherwise referred to as cavities or dental caries. Severe pain while ingestion of food and other times are some symptoms. The color of these caries ranges from yellow to black.

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