Homo sapiens

Question 1

What is the estimated size of the Homo sapiens brain?

Answer 1

1350cm^3.

Question 2

When did the Homo sapiens exist?

Answer 2

300,000 years ago to the present.

Question 3

Where did the Homo sapiens exist?

Answer 3

Originated in Africa, now worldwide.

Question 4

What is the height of a female Homo sapien?

Answer 4

160cm.

Question 5

What is the height of a male Homo sapien?

Answer 5

175cm.

Question 6

What are the 7 key cranial features of the Homo sapiens?

Answer 6

1. Flat to near vertical forehead.
2. Show less if any brow ridges.
3. Central foramen magnum.
4. Bony chin.
5. Small teeth.
6. Occipital bun is rounded indicating a reduction in neck muscles.
7. Short base and high brain case.

Question 7

What are the 6 key post cranial features of Homo sapiens?

Answer 7

1. Longer legs than arms.
2. Narrow pelvis.
3. Straight fingers and toes.
4. Less barrel shaped rib cage.