How Did The Neanderthals Go Extinct?

How Did The Neanderthals Go Extinct?

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Social Studies, Biology, Geography, Science, History

11th Grade - University

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Neanderthals, our closest extinct relatives, lived in Eurasia 200,000 to 30,000 years ago. They were adapted to the Ice Age with distinct physical traits. Initially seen as primitive, new evidence shows they made tools, wore clothes, and possibly spoke. Theories on their extinction include competition with humans, climate change, or inbreeding. Modern humans have Neanderthal DNA, affecting traits like social behavior. This video explores these aspects, offering insights into our shared history.

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