A condition in which microorgan¬isms secrete destructive enzymes and acids that cause inflammation of the surrounding gum is called ________.
A) normal flora
B) shivering
C) hypervariable
D) periodontitis
E) dental plaque

Question

A condition in which microorgan¬isms secrete destructive enzymes and acids that cause inflammation of the surrounding gum is called ________.  
A) normal flora
B) shivering
C) hypervariable
D) periodontitis
E) dental plaque

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Periodontitis is a condition in which microorganisms secrete destructive enzymes and acids that cause inflammation of the surrounding gum. Normal flora are microorganisms that naturally exist in and on the body. Shivering is a bodily response to cold temperatures or fever. Hypervariable refers to a gene or genome location that is highly variable between individuals. Dental plaque is a biofilm that forms on teeth and can contribute to periodontitis if not removed.

A Condition in Which Microorgan¬isms Secrete Destructive Enzymes and Acids