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Human evolution

Otherwise known as anthropogeny; anything of or relating to the study of the origin and evolution of Homo sapiens as a distinct species from other hominids, great apes and placental mammals.

Contributors in Human evolution

Human evolution

dental hypoplasia

Archaeology; Human evolution

Defects in the enamel of teeth created by interuptions in enamel development, usually because of stresses such as poor nutrition or infection.

flintknapper

Archaeology; Human evolution

One who forms stone implements by controlling the fracture of the objective piece.

bunodont

Archaeology; Human evolution

Teeth with low, rounded cusps.

postcanine teeth

Archaeology; Human evolution

The premolars and molars, also called cheek teeth.

pot lid fracture

Archaeology; Human evolution

A concave scar on the surface of rock usually caused by differential expansion and contraction of the rock, such as heating by fire.

sinus

Archaeology; Human evolution

A pocket or cavity within a cranial bone, also applied to describe the grooved pathways for blood vessels on the endocranial surface.

frugivore

Archaeology; Human evolution

An animal that feeds primarily on fruit.

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