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HOPE Ch.14 Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| enamel | the hardest material in your body, covers a tooth's crown. |
| cementum | covers a tooth's root and helps anchor the tooth to the jawbone. |
| dentin | a living material that makes up the majority of a tooth; under the enamel and cementum. |
| pulp | a soft tissue that fills the center of each tooth. |
| malocclusion | a condition in which the upper and lower teeth do not meet properly; improper bite. |
| orthodontist | specialists who correct the position of jaws and teeth. |
| halitosis | the condition of bad breath. |
| plaque | bacteria that adhere to your teeth in a sticky film. |
| tartar | a hardened material formed from plaque that has not been removed within 48 hours; irritates the gums. |
| periodontal disease | gum disease caused by plaque and tartar. |
| epidermis | the outer most layer of skin |
| keratin | a protein dead skin cells contain that makes the skin tough and waterproof |
| melanin | a dark pigment that gives skin some of its color |
| dermis | the tough, elastic layer of skin that lies below the epidermis |
| pore | a tiny opening in the skin |
| follicles | structures that strands of hair grow in |
| sebaceous glands | oil is secreted into follicles by these. |
| melanoma | a deadly form of skin cancer |
| acne | forms from excess oil and dead cells plugging a hair follicle |
| dermatologist | a doctor who specializes in treating skin problems. |
| eczema | a condition in which an area of skin becomes red, swollen, hot, and itchy. |
| cornea | the clear layer of tissue that covers the front of the eye. |
| pupil | the opening through which light enters the eye |
| iris | circular structure that surrounds the pupil and regulates its size. |
| lens | flexible structure that focuses light |
| retina | a layer of cells that line the back of the eye |
| optometrist | professional who provides eye and vision care. |
| eardrum | a thin membrane at the end of the ear canal. It vibrates when sound vibrations strike it. |
| cochlea | coiled tube filled with fluid |
| semicircular canals | structures that send information to your brain about the movements of your head. |
| Audiologists | professionals who are trained to evaluate hearing and treat hearing loss. |
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