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WAEC Biology 1999 Question 34

Question 34

Animal Nutrition

The dentition of a herbivore is distinct from that of other animals due to the presence of

  1. A.diastema
  2. B.cusps on molar teeth
  3. C.canines
  4. D.ridges on molar teeth
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (diastema)

Explanation

Herbivores such as sheep have a gap (diastema) between the front teeth and the cheek teeth, where the tongue moves the grass.