Multiple choice

The conical and pointed teeth for holding and tearing food are called

  1. incisors

  2. premolars

  3. molars

  4. canines

  5. heterodont
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Explanation

Human canines are the longest and most stable of teeth in the dental arch. Only one tooth of this class is present in each quadrant. Humans have two upper (maxillary) canines and two lower canines. Canines play a vital role in the biting mechanism of the teeth. They touch first when the jaw closes and guide the other teeth into position.

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