In primates; a tooth with single conical cusp and single root is seen in________________?

Correct answer: B. Haplodont

  • A. Heterodont
  • B. Haplodont
  • C. Acrodont
  • D. Thecodont

Explanation

Haplodont teeth have a simple conical crown with a single cusp and usually one root, as seen in the primitive dentition of some animals. Heterodont refers to having different tooth forms, while acrodont and thecodont describe modes of tooth attachment.

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