The sharp and dagger-shaped teeth in the buccal cavity are known as ____.

incisors

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canines

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premolars

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molars

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Solution

The correct option is B canines
The buccal cavity of humans have four types of teeth, i.e., incisors, canines, premolars and molars.
$∙$ Incisors have sharp edges that help in cutting and biting the food.
$∙$ Canines are sharp with pointed ends that helps in tearing the food.
$∙$ Premolars and molars have blunt ends that helps in chewing and grinding the food.

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