The Teeth Flashcards
1
Q
Incisors
A
At the front of the mouth
4 upper and 4 lower
Used for biting and cutting food
2
Q
Canine
A
One at either side of the incisors
2 upper 2 lower
Grasp and tear food
3
Q
Pre molar
A
3 at either side of the canine
6 upper 6 lower
Grind and crush food
4
Q
Molars
A
2 at either of he premolars 4 upper and 4 lower grind and crush food
5
Q
Herbivore
A
Only eats plants
Very large incisors
Large molars and pre molars to chew grass
6
Q
Carnivore
A
Only eats meat
Large canine teeth
Use the teeth to catch and eat their prey
7
Q
Omnivore
A
Eats plants and meat
Need all of the different teeth
