Question

The image here shows different types of teeth present in an adult human being. From the given options, select the one that matches with their name correctly.

• A. A: Canine
  B: Premolar
  C: Molar
  D: Incisor
• B. A: Molar
  B: Canine
  C: Premolar
  D: Incisor
• C. A: Premolar
  B: Incisor
  C: Molar
  D: Canine
• D. A: Incisor
  B: Canine
  C: Premolar
  D: Molar

Answer 1

The correct option is C A: Premolar

B: Incisor
C: Molar
D: Canine
$\bullet$ In an adult human being, the dental formula is 2123/2123. In each half of the jaw, from middle to backwards, there are two incisors, one canine, two premolars and three molars.
$\bullet$ Premolars (A) are broad crowns with two peaks used for crushing food.
$\bullet$ Incisors (B) are chisel-shaped with sharp cutting edges. They are used to bite and cut the food.
$\bullet$ Molars (C) have broad surface with multiple peaks. They are used for crushing and grinding the food.
$\bullet$ Canine (D) are dagger-shaped and help in tearing food.