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Paper 3 structured question: Physical digestion

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Human Teeth and Their Support

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Support of Teeth

Teeth are set in the jawbone and surrounded by gums which protect and support them.

  1. a

    State State the part of the tooth that covers the root and helps attach it to the bone.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

    [1]
  2. b

    Describe Describe the role of gums in relation to teeth.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]

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Diagram of a Human Tooth

The diagram shows a cross-section of a human tooth with labeled parts: enamel, dentine, pulp, nerves, blood vessels, cement, bone, and gums.

PartFunction
Enamel
Dentine
Pulp
Cement
Bone
Gums
  1. a

    Describe Describe the function of enamel in a human tooth.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

    [1]
  2. b

    Identify Identify two components inside the pulp of a tooth.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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