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.
1 Giraffes have hearts that are 2 feet long. 2  Giraffes sleep only five to 30 minutes every day. 3  Usually they stand up to sleep. 4  They only lie down if another giraffe can stand watch. 5  Giraffes can run up to 35 miles per hour.heir legs are 6 feet long and so are their necks. Giraffes have only two predators, besides humans, crocodiles and lions. Giraffes are most vulnerable when they are taking a drink at a watering hole. They have to spread their legs wide to lower their necks. In this awkward position, they are easy prey for predators.