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Which teeth are used for cutting food in a cat's mouth?
Which teeth are used for cutting food in a cat's mouth?
How many incisors does a cat have in its mouth?
How many incisors does a cat have in its mouth?
When does a cat's deciduous dentition emerge?
When does a cat's deciduous dentition emerge?
What is the function of a cat's canines?
What is the function of a cat's canines?
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What are the types of permanent dentition teeth in a cat's mouth?
What are the types of permanent dentition teeth in a cat's mouth?
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Study Notes
Feline Dentition
- Incisors are used for cutting food in a cat's mouth.
- A cat has 12 incisors in its mouth, with 6 located in the upper jaw and 6 in the lower jaw.
- A cat's deciduous dentition, also known as baby teeth, emerges when the cat is around 3-4 weeks old.
- The function of a cat's canines is to pierce and hold onto prey.
- There are four types of permanent dentition teeth in a cat's mouth: incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.
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Test your knowledge of cat anatomy with this quiz! Learn about the different types of teeth in a cat's mouth and discover fascinating facts about their carnivorous nature.
