The origin of vertebrate teeth and evolution of sensory exoskeletons

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by BiraIgnacio

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BiraIgnacio

8 hours ago

Or why are teeth so sensitive

> This convergent exposure of tubules to the surface in aglaspidids and Eriptychius is suggestive of a sensory function, as is the fact that dentine exposure is the most common cause of painful tooth sensitivity in modern taxa