QUICKTHINKING
study Figure 34.2. An adult has a full set of 32 teeth. How are man's teeth spe-
cialized for eating both plant and animal food? To help you answer this question
complete the following table
Kind of
Teeth
Number
Description
Purpose
incisors
8
front teeth; wide and flat
with sharp edges
for biting and cutting food
canines
premolars
8
molars
The completed table will show that man's front teeth are designed for eating
animal flesh while those at the back are structured for eating plants.​