Hominid Evolution

Front

An animal that walks on two feet is called a _______.

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Biped

Front

What happened to the hominid jaw and brain size over time?

Back

The jaw size decreased while the brain size increased.

Front

Which of the following correctly describes the general trend in hominid evolution?

Back

Increase in brain capacity, bipedalism, use of tools.

Front

What can be determined by examining homologous structures of different organisms?

Back

It shows possible common ancestry between organisms.

Front

The ability to walk upright on two legs is called:

Back

Bipedalism.

Front

What is the term for the evolutionary process by which modern humans developed from earlier hominids?

Back

Hominid evolution.

Front

What is the significance of bipedalism in hominid evolution?

Back

It allowed for greater mobility and the use of hands for tool-making.

Front

What does the term 'hominid' refer to?

Back

A group that includes modern humans and their ancestors.

Front

What is the relationship between brain size and intelligence in hominids?

Back

Generally, larger brain size is associated with higher intelligence.

Front

What is a key feature of the Australopithecus species?

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They were bipedal and had both ape-like and human-like traits.