The diagram shows a human mouth - Leaving Cert Biology - Question c - 2018
Question c
The diagram shows a human mouth.
(i) In your answer book, match each type of tooth from the list below to one of the letters in the diagram above.
List: Canine, Mo... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:The diagram shows a human mouth - Leaving Cert Biology - Question c - 2018
Step 1
Match each type of tooth to letters A, B, C, D
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Canine = C
Molar = A
Incisor = D
Pre-molar = B
Step 2
Give the full dental formula for an adult human
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i2, c1, pm2, m3
where 'i' stands for incisors, 'c' for canines, 'pm' for premolars, and 'm' for molars.
Step 3
Suggest, from the above list, a type of tooth that is much larger in dogs
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Canine (allow molar)
Step 4
Give a reason for your answer to part (iii)
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The canine type of tooth is larger in dogs to tear flesh (or meat) compared to molars which are suited to crush bones.
Step 5
Name the liquid
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Saliva
Step 6
Name the enzyme the liquid contains
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Amylase
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