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Our teeth are...

Our teeth are

A

Acrodont and homodont

B

Homodont and polyphyodont

C

Thecodont, diphyodont and heterodont

D

Acrodont, homodont and polyphyodont

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Types of Teeth**: - In humans, there are four types of teeth: - Incisors - Canines - Premolars - Molars 2. **Determine the Classification of Teeth**: - Humans have different types of teeth, which means they are classified as **heterodont** (having different types of teeth) rather than **homodont** (having the same type of teeth). 3. **Understand the Number of Sets of Teeth**: - Humans typically have two sets of teeth throughout their lifetime: - Primary teeth (also known as milk teeth) - Permanent teeth This classification is referred to as **diphydont**. 4. **Examine the Arrangement of Teeth**: - Teeth are embedded in sockets within the jawbone, which is referred to as **thecodont** arrangement. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the correct classification of human teeth is: - Heterodont (different types) - Diphydont (two sets) - Thecodont (teeth embedded in sockets) ### Final Answer: Humans have heterodont teeth that are diphyodont and thecodont.
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