Space in the jaw bone unoccupied by teeth is called as

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Diastema

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The correct option is D Diastema
Diastema is the gap that separates the biting teeth from the grinding teeth in herbivores. It creates a space in which food can be held ready for the grinding action of the teeth. This space is filled by large canine teeth in carnivores.

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