Asked by Latasha Morris on May 11, 2024
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Homo sapiens
A) overlapped and interbred with modern humans
B) appeared in the fossil record about 1.8 mya to about 53,000 years ago; bipedal with a larger cranial cavity
C) lived from approximately 2.3-1.4 mya; stone tools are often found in the same area as these fossils
D) appeared in the fossil record about 195,000 years ago
E) a possible third species overlapping with anatomically modern humans
Cranial Cavity
The space within the skull that encases and protects the brain.
Homo Sapiens
The species of bipedal primates to which modern humans belong, characterized by a brain capable of complex reasoning, language, and the creation of art.
Fossil Record
A chronological collection of life's remains in sedimentary rocks, allowing scientists to understand the evolution of life on Earth.
- Classify animal species based on physical and genetic traits.
- Understand the historical timeline and significant events in human evolution, including the appearance and interactions of various Homo species.
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Krystal GonzalezMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Homo sapiens, or anatomically modern humans, first appeared in the fossil record about 195,000 years ago, marking the species with a distinct presence based on skeletal evidence and genetic data.
Learning Objectives
- Classify animal species based on physical and genetic traits.
- Understand the historical timeline and significant events in human evolution, including the appearance and interactions of various Homo species.