Enamel Flashcards

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Q

Rod sheath

A

As the crystals are deposited, a sudden change in their orientation occurs in the prism outline which is responsible for the presence of the rod sheath. Such orientation may result along the waves of flow of crystals in the enamel matrix

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Hunter schreger band location and causes

A

Change in the direction of enamel rods.

Variation in calcification of the enamel.
Alternate zones having different permeability and organic material.
Optical phenomenon

are found in the inner two thirds of the enamel.

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