An ontogenetic perspective on symphyseal fusion, occlusion and mandibular loading in alpacas (Vicugna pacos).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.zool.2017.06.006
Abstract: A primary hypothesis for the evolution of mandibular symphyseal fusion in some mammals is that it functions to resist loads incurred during routine mastication. Anecdotal support for this hypothesis is based on the fact that… read more here.
Keywords: symphyseal fusion; occlusion; alpacas vicugna; fusion ... See more keywords