Human Evolution Flashcards
1
Q
Human Evolution
A
process of change by which humans evolved from ape-like common ancestors
2
Q
sexually dimorphic
A
there are physical characteristics that are different between males and females
3
Q
Humans are not the only species in…
A
the homo genus
4
Q
What species is the only extant/living member of the homo genus?
A
Homo sapiens ( humans)
5
Q
evolved 300,00 years ago in…
A
Africa during a time of dramatic climate change
6
Q
What are some things thought to make humans unique?
A
tool use
clothing
large, complex brains
empathy
individual recognition
culture/language
