Dental caries is the scientific term for tooth decay or cavities. It is caused by specific types of bacteria. They produce acid that destroys the tooth's enamel and the layer under it, the dentin.
A giraffe is an herbivore-albeit I've heard of them eating meat on occasion-it's rare that they do, and not their normal diet. RealFriends Â· 9 years ago. Thumbs up.
The giraffe is a member of the giraffidae family. The only other animal in this family is the okapi. With large, irregular brownish to black spots and yellow fur and a very long neck, the giraffe is indeed bizarre in form. The giraffe is the tallest living animal.