Which statement below is accurate regarding the dental pulp?

Multiple choice question for Oral Histology. Select an option, then review the explanation below.

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The pulpal tissue exhibits the greatest pressure compared to other body tissues.Most nerves entering the pulp are unmyelinated and belong to the sympathetic nervous system.The Plexus of Rashkow, also called the parietal nerve layer, consists of a network of peripheral axons situated next to the cell-rich zone.All of the above statements are correct.

Explanation

Option A is correct because pulpal pressure is the highest among body tissues. Option B is true since the majority of nerves entering the pulp are unmyelinated and sympathetic. Option C is accurate as the Plexus of Rashkow, or parietal nerve layer, is formed by peripheral axons located adjacent to the cell-rich zone. Therefore, all the above statements are correct.

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