Human Evolution
Humans are a type of mammal known as Primates
Primate Classification:
Primate Characteristics:
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Ability to move the four limbs in various directions
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Grasping power of the hands and feet
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Independent mobility of the digits
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Well-developed hand-eye coordination
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Nails on the fingers and toes
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Flexibility of the spine to allow twisting and turning
The monkeys and apes also have the following characteristics
Highly developed brain
Relatively long period of post-natal growth
Considerable parental care
Fossil evidence of human evolution is rare - why do you think this is?
The Evolution of Humans
