Theet Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
How many types of teeth do you have
A
4 incisors canine pre-molars molars
2
Q
Incisors
A
At the front of the mouth 4 upper and 4 lower used for biting and cutting
3
Q
Canine
A
One at either side of the incisors.
◼ 2 upper and 2 lower. ◼ Grasp and tear food
4
Q
Pre-molar
A
3 at either side of the canine.
◼ 6 upper and 6 lower.
◼ Grind and crush food.
5
Q
Molars
A
2 at either side of the premolars.
◼ 4 upper and 4 lower.
◼ Grind and crush
food.
◼ The teeth an animal has depends on what it eats
Herbivore
◼ Only eats plants
◼ Very large incisors
◼ Large molars and pre-molars to chew grass.
6
Q
Herbivore
A
Herbivore