The term diphydont means____________?
Correct answer: C. Two separate sets of dentition
- A. Second dentition
- B. Two same sets of dentition
- C. Two separate sets of dentition
- D. More than two sets of dentition
Explanation
Diphyodont animals develop two successive dentitions: a primary dentition followed by a permanent dentition. The term therefore means two separate sets of teeth, not merely a second dentition.
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