Absence of clearly defined crystal lamina dura is because:
A. Pathognomonic of periodontal disease
B. Indicative of attachment loss
C. Associated with periodontal pocket
D. Commonly related to radiograph angulation

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Answer :

D. Commonly related to radiograph angulation

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