Streptococcus Mutans Is a Common Oral Bacterium That Forms Dental

Multiple Choice

Streptococcus mutans is a common oral bacterium that forms dental plaque,which,if not removed,often results in tooth decay.What component of S.mutans is responsible for the formation of dental plaque?

A) digestive enzymes released by the organism
B) waste products excreted by the organism
C) extracellular matrix materials of the organism
D) proteins found in the cell wall of the organism