apes and old world monkeys have the same dental formula 2.1.2.3. this is what kind of homology?
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1.2.3 refers to the number and types of teeth in each quadrant of the mouth. In this case, the dental formula indicates that there are 2 incisors, 1 canine, 2 premolars, and 3 molars in each quadrant. When apes and old world monkeys have the same dental formula, Show more…
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