Which of the following statements about mammalian teeth is true?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Carnivores have large canines for tearing meat, whereas herbivores have large premolars and molars for grinding plant material.

The other statements are false. Enamel only covers the crown of a tooth, not the root (A). Teeth do have nerves and blood vessels, which are necessary for sensation and nutrition (B). The teeth of herbivores are more specialized than carnivores and omnivores, as they have evolved to properly grind and digest tough plant material (C). Lastly, dentine is found throughout the tooth, not just the crown (E).

Which of the Following Statements About Mammalian Teeth Is True