WAEC Biology 1999 Question 10

Question 10

Animal Nutrition

The teeth used for tearing and cutting are

  1. A.canine and molars
  2. B.premolar and incisors
  3. C.molar and incisors
  4. D.canine and incissors
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (canine and incissors)

Explanation

Canines are pointed for tearing and incisors are chisel-shaped for cutting; premolars and molars grind.