Jump to content
Join the Unexplained Mysteries community today! It's free and setting up an account only takes a moment.
- Sign In or Create Account -

Why do our teeth form in a single row ?

UM-Bot

By UM-Bot
in Featured News, Videos and Articles

 Share

Recommended Posts

UM-Bot Eternal

UM-Bot

Posted
   #1 
Posted
laugh.jpg
Scientists have found why mammals grow only a single row of teeth while some species such as sharks grow several.

"A system of opposing genetic forces determines why mammals develop a single row of teeth, while sharks sport several, according to a study published today in the journal Science. When completely understood, the genetic program described in the study may help guide efforts to re-grow missing teeth and prevent cleft palate, one of the most common birth defects."

arrow3.gifView: Full Article | arrow3.gifSource: PhysOrg.com
Link to comment
Share on other sites
 
  • Replies 0
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

  • UM-Bot

    1

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.