It's made of dentine - the same material that makes up the bulk of a human tooth - and covered in a thin layer of enamel, which is the hardest substance in the animal kingdom.
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What is the horn of a narwhal made of?
A narwhal's "horn" is actually a modified, elongated left canine tooth that grows straight out of the animal's upper jaw.
It's made of dentine - the same material that makes up the bulk of a human tooth - and covered in a thin layer of enamel, which is the hardest substance in the animal kingdom. |