Which teeth of humans are shovel-shaped and used for nibbling, cutting, and tearing?

Canines

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Premolars

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Molars

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Incisors

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Solution

The correct option is D Incisors
The central incisors and lateral incisors are mostly used for biting and cutting, and canine teeth are used for tearing food. The premolars, molars and wisdom teeth are used for chewing and grinding food.
Hence, the correct answer is (D)

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1. Incisors are chisel-shaped and are used for cutting.

2. Canine is dagger shaped and used for tearing.

3. Molars and Premolars are used for crushing and grinding.

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