Which of these structures appears radiopaque?
Correct Answer: Nasal septum
Description: Radiopaque refers to that portion of the radiograph that appears light or white. Radiopaque structures are dense and absorb or resist the passage of the X-ray beam, E.g., Enamel, dentin and bone.
Nasal septum
On the panoramic radiograph, it appears as a vertical radiopaque partition that divides the nasal cavity.
Reference: Freny R Karjodkar Oral Radiology Principles and Interpretation 2nd edition page no 251
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