australopithecus afarensis Flashcards
1
Q
when was the australopithecus afarensis alive (lucy) and where did it live?
A
3-4 million years ago
found in east africa
2
Q
what is the height and weight of the australopithecus afarensis (lucy)?
A
1-1.5m tall
30kg weight
3
Q
describe the key physical characteristics of the Australopithecus afarensis
A
cranial capactiy = 430cc
low sloping forehead with sagittal crest, prominent brow ridge
prognathic jaw, small canines, diastema present
aligned big toe, long arms, long curbed fingers and toes
short and wide pelvis
