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Question
what is the specific type of joint between l and the tooth superior to the letter l?
Step1: Recall joint - types in human anatomy
In human anatomy, the joint between a tooth and the mandible (represented by L here) is a specific type.
Step2: Identify the joint type
The joint between a tooth and the mandible is a gomphosis. A gomphosis is a fibrous joint in which a cone - shaped process (tooth root) fits into a socket (alveolus) in the bone.
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