alleryStart learning →Why does a lion have long pointed canine teeth?
ATo tear meat
BTo grind grass
CTo crack nuts
DTo drink water
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. To tear meat
Meat eaters have canine teeth to kill prey and tear meat.
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