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BIO 102 Test Compilation BIO 102 9 Objective Question

Question

The last _______ and the first _______ teeth form carnassial teeth, with sharp and pointed cusps for cutting or crushing bones.
Options
A upper premolar, lower molar
Correct Answer
B lower premolar, upper molar
C lower incisor, upper canine
D upper incisor, lower canine
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In many carnivorous mammals, the last upper premolar and the first lower molar are specialized to form carnassial teeth, which are crucial for shearing flesh and crushing bones.

Hint

Carnassial teeth are characteristic of carnivores for their meat-shearing function. Think about which types of cheek teeth would be best adapted for this.

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