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Carnassial Teeth Function in Carnivores

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Carnassial Teeth Function in Carnivores

Question

State the role of carnassial teeth in a lion.

Answer

Slice flesh and crush bones.

Carnassial teeth are specialized teeth found in many carnivorous mammals, including lions. These teeth play a crucial role in the lion's carnivorous diet and hunting behavior. Carnassial teeth are adapted for shearing and slicing through tough animal tissues, such as meat and tendons.