Which of the tissues that can be in the path of the dental x-ray beam is most radioresistant?

lens of the eye
red bone marrow in the mandible
the enamel of the teeth
thyroid gland


the enamel of the teeth

Rationale: the enamel of the teeth – The enamel of the teeth is radioresistant due to its lack of dividing cells. Enamel is a hardened, calcified matrix and does not contain rapidly dividing cells.

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The abbreviation "Ac" means __________ __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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To obtain hazard and response information, a firefighter can contact the manufacturer using:

a. The phone number on the MSDS. b. The CAS registry number. c. The Emergency Response Guide d. CAMEO

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Speaking clearly and distinctly to help the person you are speaking to understand you is called ________.

A. pitch B. etiquette C. tone D. enunciation E. pronunciation

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