Tooth anatomy: practice question

A Dentistry question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Dentistry · Tooth anatomy

Sample item

Which tissue covers tooth root surface?

Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.

The answer and the reasoning

D. Cementum

This item reviews Tooth anatomy; Cementum is the best answer because it directly matches the imaging or dental finding described.

Option by option

  • A. Pulp

    Pulp is plausible but not the single best answer.

  • B. Dentin only

    Dentin only is not supported by the scenario.

  • C. Enamel

    Enamel does not fit the stated pattern.

  • D. Cementum (correct)

    Correct. Cementum fits the key clinical or imaging feature.

Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.

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What is the answer to this Dentistry question?

The best answer is D, Cementum. This item reviews Tooth anatomy; Cementum is the best answer because it directly matches the imaging or dental finding described.

Why is "Pulp" not the answer?

Pulp is plausible but not the single best answer.

Why is "Dentin only" not the answer?

Dentin only is not supported by the scenario.

Why is "Enamel" not the answer?

Enamel does not fit the stated pattern.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Tooth anatomy in Dentistry. The correct option holds because: Correct. Cementum fits the key clinical or imaging feature.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Tooth anatomy?

Learn the dental formula, eruption ages and tooth structure once, as tables. Then use the flashcards and the other Dentistry questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.