The caries process demineralizes tooth structures, allowing _____ x-rays to pass through the tooth and _______ the image receptor.
A) more, lighten
B) more, darken
C) less, lighten
D) less, darken

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When tooth structures are demineralized by the caries process, they allow more x-rays to pass through, which results in a darker appearance on the image receptor.

The Caries Process Demineralizes Tooth Structures, Allowing _____ X-Rays to Pass