Which root means tooth?

Which root means tooth?

• A. natr/o
• B. nephr/o
• C. palat/o
• D. odont/o

Answer: (D)

Odont/o is the root that means tooth. It shows up in dental terms like odontology (the study of teeth) or odontogenic (originating in teeth). Palat/o refers to the palate (the roof of the mouth), nephr/o to the kidney, and natr/o to sodium. So the root that specifically denotes tooth is odont/o.

Odont/o is the root that means tooth. It shows up in dental terms like odontology (the study of teeth) or odontogenic (originating in teeth). Palat/o refers to the palate (the roof of the mouth), nephr/o to the kidney, and natr/o to sodium. So the root that specifically denotes tooth is odont/o.