Teeth (Grade 11 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Quizzes
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What are animals that feed exclusively on plant material called?
What are animals that feed exclusively on plant material called?
Herbivores
What is the shape of incisor teeth?
What is the shape of incisor teeth?
Chisel-shaped
What is the main function of canine teeth in carnivores?
What is the main function of canine teeth in carnivores?
Piercing, gripping and tearing
Where are molar teeth located in the mouth?
Where are molar teeth located in the mouth?
At the back
Which animals have carnassial teeth?
Which animals have carnassial teeth?
Only carnivorous mammals
What happens to canine teeth in herbivores?
What happens to canine teeth in herbivores?
They are reduced or absent
How large can the canine teeth of big cats like lions grow?
How large can the canine teeth of big cats like lions grow?
Up to 7cm long
What type of jaw movement do omnivores have?
What type of jaw movement do omnivores have?
Both grinding & cutting motions
Why do some herbivores like sheep have continuously growing teeth?
Why do some herbivores like sheep have continuously growing teeth?
To compensate for wear from grinding
How do carnassial teeth work?
How do carnassial teeth work?
Like scissors