In an ape, the space between the upper lateral incisor and the canine that accommodates a large, projecting lower canine is a:

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A diastema is a term used to describe a gap or space between two teeth in the same dental arch. In the case of an ape, the space between the upper lateral incisor and the canine is referred to as a diastema because it accommodates the large, projecting lower canine.

In an Ape, the Space Between the Upper Lateral Incisor