What is the difference between whole life and term life insurance policies?

My husband wants to take out an insurance policy on himself for our family due to the fact that he is the primary source of income. We have been researching life insurance policies..what is the difference between whole and term life? My husband is 8 years older than me so he wants to make sure that myself and our children are taken care of in the event of his death.

Whats the difference between home insurance and rental insurance?

for my rental property? Is it a good idea to switch home insurance to rental insurance when a tenant is living in my rental property just in case if they smashed some holes on the wall, or some damages on the property? Where i can compare home insures?

Thanks!

What’s the difference between dental insurance and dental plans?

I need to see a dentist and don’t get coverage through work. I’ve googled dental insurance, but dental plans keep coming up. What’s the difference? and can you recommend any specific insurance or plan? I live in the SF Bay Area.