Cracking nuts: Certain kitchen shears incorporate a nutcracker between the handles.
Opening bottles: Some models include a bottle-opening feature.
Removing herbs: Some specialized herb scissors have multiple blades designed to cut herbs quickly.
This is why two pairs of kitchen scissors can look similar while having completely different functions.
5. Why You Shouldn't Put Your Fingers Near the Teeth
The image highlights an important safety issue.
Even though these aren't necessarily designed as cutting teeth, they can still be sharp enough to injure skin, especially if the scissors are squeezed forcefully.