tetradont (Meaning)
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tetradont (a. & n.)
See Tetrodont.
Synonyms & Antonyms of tetradont
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tetradont Sentence Examples
- Tetradontiformes, the order that includes pufferfish and triggerfish, possess unique dental adaptations.
- Pufferfish, a type of tetradont, are known for their ability to inflate their bodies into a spherical shape.
- The sharp spines of tetradonts, such as triggerfish, serve as effective deterrents against predators.
- Tetradont teeth are characteristically fused together into a beak-like structure.
- The number of teeth present in tetradonts can vary depending on the species.
- Some tetradonts, such as boxfish, possess elaborate mosaic patterns on their bodies.
- The largest tetradont, the ocean sunfish, can reach a massive size weighing up to several thousand pounds.
- The razor-sharp teeth of tetradonts are continuously growing, requiring them to gnaw on hard objects to keep them from overgrowing.
- The venom produced by some tetradonts, such as pufferfish, can be highly toxic and even fatal to humans.
- Tetradonts are often used in traditional medicine and cuisine, despite their potential toxicity.
FAQs About the word tetradont
See Tetrodont.
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Tetradontiformes, the order that includes pufferfish and triggerfish, possess unique dental adaptations.
Pufferfish, a type of tetradont, are known for their ability to inflate their bodies into a spherical shape.
The sharp spines of tetradonts, such as triggerfish, serve as effective deterrents against predators.
Tetradont teeth are characteristically fused together into a beak-like structure.
