The Teeth Flashcards

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1
Q

What are incisors for ?

A

Fine nibbling ,cutting , delicate grooming

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2
Q

What are canines for ?

A

Hold prey and tear meat

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3
Q

What are molars for ?

A

Shearing and grinding food

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4
Q

What are pre molars for ?

A

Shearing and grinding food

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5
Q

What enzymes do carnivores lack ?

A

Cellulouse

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6
Q

Which animal has no dental pad or upper incisors ?

A

Herbivores

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7
Q

What’s the maxillary ?

A

Teeth on top

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8
Q

What’s the mandibular ?

A

Teeth on bottom

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9
Q

What’s a beak made of ?

A

Bone keratin blood vessels

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10
Q

Do birds have teeth ?

A

No

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