Physical anthropology

Physical anthropology

The branch of anthropology that studies the development of the human race in the context of other primate species.

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somatic cell

Anthropology; Physical anthropology

All the cells in the body except those directly involved with reproduction. Most cells in multicellular plants and animals are somatic cells. They reproduce by mitosis and have a diploid number of ...

nuclear family

Anthropology; Physical anthropology

An adult male and female mating pair along with their children.

postmenopausal

Anthropology; Physical anthropology

After the period in a woman's life when her ovulations and menstruations have reduced in frequency and finally stopped altogether--i.e., after menopause. Menopause usually takes place between the ...

cytoplasm

Anthropology; Physical anthropology

All of the material within a cell between the nuclear and cell membranes. The cytoplasm consists of semifluid water-rich viscous gel and contains numerous specialized structures, or organelles, ...

territorial defense behavior

Anthropology; Physical anthropology

Active defense by community members of their shared home range or territory. Many species of non-human primates use scent marking, loud vocalizations, or threat gestures to defend their territories ...

edema

Anthropology; Physical anthropology

Abnormal fluid retention in the tissues and/or cavities of the body resulting in swelling.

spear thrower

Anthropology; Physical anthropology

A wood or bone rod with a hook on one end that fit into a socket at the base of a spear. This device was used by the Cro-Magnon and other people with Upper Paleolithic technologies to push off ...