Biology
The figures (A, B, C and D) shown below represent different kinds of teeth in humans. Study the figures and answer the following questions:
(a) What kind of teeth do A, B, C and D represent ?
(b) Write one structural feature/shape of each.
(c) Mention the number of teeth of each kind in one jaw with their specific position.
(d) Name two minerals present in teeth.
(e) What do you mean by 'Wisdom tooth'?
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(a)
- A → Incisor
- B → Canine
- C → Premolar
- D → Molar
(b)
- A → Broad and sharp
- B → Conical and sharply pointed
- C → Two hill-like projections(bicuspid)
- D → Large grinding surface
(c)
- A → Four, centre of each jaw
- B → Two, one on each side of incisor
- C → Four, two on side of each canine
- D → Six, three on each side
(d) Calcium and phosphorous.
(e) Last molar on each side of jaw is called wisdom teeth.
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