Question
Biology Question on Kingdom Animalia
Elephant tusk is a modified
A
canine
B
molar
C
pre-molar
D
incisor
Answer
incisor
Explanation
Solution
Incisors are the front teeth borne by the premaxillae in upper jaw and tips of dentaries in lower jaw. They are single-rooted, monocuspid and long, curved and sharp-edged. They are adapted for seizing, cutting and biting. Elephant tusks are modified upper incisors with open roots.