identify the teeth which have chisel-like
structures which help in cutting and biting the
food
(a) Canines
(b) Incisors
(C) Premolars
(d) Molars
Answers
Explanation:
Answer:
Option A) Incisors
Incisor type of teeth is used for biting and cutting food.
Additional Information:
• Teeth play a major role in digestion, the teeth are responsible for breaking the food into small pieces and mixing with the saliva.
• Each tooth consists of a crown a part of the tooth that is visible above the gum and one or more is roots.
• The root is the unseen portion that supports and holds to tooth in place.
• A tooth is made up of dentine.
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★ The four types of teeth found in the mouth -
>> Incisor -
Placed in the front upper and lower jaws
Number of teeth - 8
The structure is flat with chisel like sharp edge
Used for biting and cutting food
>> Canines -
Placed next to canines, upper and lower jaw
Number of teeth - 4
The structure is sharp and pointed
Used for tearing food
>> Premolars -
Placed next to canines, upper and lower jaw
Number of teeth - 8
The structure is broad, flat with ridge forming 2 cusps
Used to crush and grind food
>> Molars -
Placed next to premolars, upper and lower jaw
Number of teeth - 12
The structure is broad, flat and strong.
Used most of the times for chewing food.