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Explain how the various teeth adapt mammals for nutrition

Desmond Akachukwu

2 Feb, 2023

Incisor

Adaptations

Sharp and Chisel-shaped for biting and cutting food. One root for support in the jaw bone.

Canines

Adaptations

Long, sharp and pointed for holding prey, piercing and tearing flesh from prey. Single root for support in the jaw bone

Premolars

Adaptations

Large/wide to increase surface area for grinding food. Highly cusped to increase surface area for grinding food. Two roots for firm support/anchorage in the jaw bone.

Molars

Adaptations

Large/wide to increase surface area for grinding food. Highly cusped to increase surface area for grinding food.

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