What is meant by dentition? Explain the following terms with respect to the dentition.

(c) Diphyodont

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Dentition refers to the arrangement of teeth.

Mammals are characterised by the development of two sets of teeth in the life time, i.e., milk teeth and permanent teeth. This is called diphyodont dentition.

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