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Teeth are hard because of a crystal molecule they contain called hydroxyapatite. This molecule is part of teeth and bones and is what makes them resistant to bending or compressing. But teeth are harder than bones because the outer layer of enamel contains more hydroxyapatite than anything else in the body
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What part of the tooth is harder than bone?
the enamel!
Are the outer layer of a bone a very thick layer?
That is correct. The exterior of any large bone is harder than the interior marrow.
What is dentine?
Dentine is a mineralized tissue that makes up the majority of a tooth's structure. It lies beneath the enamel covering of the tooth and is softer than enamel but harder than bone. Dentine plays a crucial role in supporting and protecting the inner pulp of the tooth.
Name the hardest substance in the human body?
The hardest substance in the human body is tooth enamel. It is even harder than bone and serves as the outer protective layer of our teeth.
Which is the hardest substance present in the human body?
Hardest compont of the human body is the Enamel of the tooth (above gum line - gingivi) with approximately 95% calcium concentration The Dentin of the tooth (within enamel) has approximately 80% concentration of calcium
Does Cartilage harder than bone?
No. It does not have the amount of calcium as bone.
What is an tooth enamel?
Tooth enamel is the outermost layer of the tooth, protecting it from decay and damage. It is the hardest substance in the human body, made up of minerals like calcium and phosphate. Maintaining good oral hygiene practices can help protect and strengthen tooth enamel.
What is the hardest substance in the human body?
Enamel, which covers the outer layer of teeth, is the hardest substance in the human body. It is even harder than bone.
What is the harder bone in your body?
The hardest bone in your body is your thigh bone. Its stronger than concrete!
What is the difference between epidermis and dermis and subcutaneous layer?
Epidermis - 1st layer - outermost thinner layer covering of our body and protection Dermis - 2nd layer - Tiny blood cells and capillaries harder than the first layer. It gives skin complexion Subcutaneous tissue - 3rd layer - Most hardest layer - above the bone - Protection for bone
Why does bone heal more easily than cartilage?
Because bone is much harder than cartilage
Is The Calcaneus The Hardest Bone In The Body?
No, the hardest bone in the body is the femur (thigh bone) which is harder than concrete. :)
