NEET2002ZoologyDigestion and AbsorptionActual
Which of the following teeth are lophodont?
Options
- AIncisor and canine
- BCanine and premolar
- CPremolar and molar
- DPremolar and incisor
Correct answer
C. Premolar and molar
Step-by-step solution
The premolars and molars are called cheek teeth. These are also called lophodont teeth. Their free ends are flattened and bear transverse ridges to crush and grind the food.