Anthropology

Anthropology

The study of human beings and human ancestors through time. Focuses on relation to physical characteristics, environmental effects, social relations and culture. The science of humans.

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selective coefficient

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

A numerical expression of the strength of a selective force operating on a specific genotype.

photo-mosaic

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

A number of overlapping photographs glued together to provide continuous coverage of a large area. Aerial photographic mosaics are used in the production of modern topographic ...

group

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

A number of individuals who interact on a regular basis and have a sense of collective identity.

hemoglobin F

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

A normal variant of hemoglobin, known as fetal hemoglobin, that consists of two alpha and two gamma chains and is found in the fetus and early infant. It is gradually replaced by ...

platyrrhine nose

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

A nose in which the nostrils open sideways and are usually separated by a broad nasal septum; characteristic of the new world monkeys.

thermography

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

A non-photographic technique which uses thermal or heat sensors in aircraft to record the temperature of the soil surface. Variations in soil temperature can be the result of the ...