paranthropus robustus Flashcards

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when and where did the Paranthropus robustus live?

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lived 1.5 - 2.5 million years ago
in South Africa

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what is the height and weight of the Paranthropus robustus?

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1.5-1.7m tall
50-70kg

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describe the key physical characteristics of the Paranthropus robustus

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cranial capacity = 520cc
large sagittal crest for chewing muscles
very large molars and premolars
prognathisms present
large zygomatic arches, heavy brow ridges
structures for bipedalism

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