Primatology slidedeck

Question 1

Primatology

Answer 1

• the scientific study of non human primates(any mammal of the group that includes apes and humans).
• anthropologists believe that by understanding our closest animal relatives we might better understand the nature shared with our ancestors.

Question 2

Louis and mary leakey

Answer 2

-Found plenty of fossils from different hominins

• probed humanity’s african origin

-helped start the school of primatology

-Generated tons of interest and publicity for field of human origins

• Louis encouraged/mentored 3 women who pioneered work in observing primates

Question 3

Can chimpanzes learn?

Answer 3

They can learn by copying others which helps them evolve as well as observe others behaviours

Question 4

What did Jane Goodall observe in the 1960’s that revolutionized primatology?

Answer 4

That chimps elton’s are similiar to humans. They show emotions similar to use. Thry are also able to use tools

Question 5

Can apes cooperate like humans do?

Answer 5

They don’t cooperate but as time goes on they learn the benefits and continue to cooperate like humans

Question 6

What limits cooperation in apes?

Answer 6

They don’t have impulse control

Question 7

How are humans different from apes?

Answer 7

Humans do things with intent and for a purpsoe to benefit themselves

Question 8

Do apes have culture?

Answer 8

Yes they do, due to:

-imitation
-collaboration
-shared ideas
-Greif
-Play
-Tools
-Language