Question

Teeth that are different in shape, size and function are called as

• A. Acrodont
• B. Pleurodont
• C. Homodont
• D. Heterodont

Answer 1

The correct option is D Heterodont

Heterodont is an animal which possesses more than a single tooth morphology. For example, humans possess incisors, canines (eyeteeth), premolars and molars.

Homodont is an animals whose teeth are all of the same type. Most vertebrates except mammals are homodont.

Pleurodont is a formation of the teeth that are fused by their sides to the inner surface of the jaw bones.

Acrodont is a formation of the teeth whereby the teeth are consolidated with the summit of the alveolar ridge of the jaw without sockets. The term also refers to species of reptiles that have such a formation.