Q125 / 160 · JIPMER 2011 · Zoology

The layer of cells that secrete enamel of tooth is

  • A
    dentoblast
  • B
    ameloblast
  • C
    osteoblast
  • Correct answer
    D
    odontoblast

Solution

The pulp cavity contains a mass of dense but soft connective tissue which is called pulp. A single layer of odontoblast cells line the pulp cavity. These cells secrete enamel, which is a bluish-white shiny translucent and the hardest substance of the body

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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