Defining Human (VCE SSCE Biology): Quizzes
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What is the species name for modern humans?
What is the species name for modern humans?
Homo sapiens
How many middle ear bones do mammals have?
How many middle ear bones do mammals have?
Three
Approximately how many species belong to the order Primates?
Approximately how many species belong to the order Primates?
400 species
What feature allows primates to grasp objects?
What feature allows primates to grasp objects?
Opposable digit
What is the characteristic molar tooth pattern of hominoids?
What is the characteristic molar tooth pattern of hominoids?
Y5-shaped pattern
What is the defining feature that separates hominins from other primates?
What is the defining feature that separates hominins from other primates?
Bipedalism
What shape is the human spine compared to other primates?
What shape is the human spine compared to other primates?
S-shaped
Which type of grip is highly developed in humans?
Which type of grip is highly developed in humans?
Precision grip
What skull feature is absent in humans but present in gorillas?
What skull feature is absent in humans but present in gorillas?
Sagittal crest
How is the human big toe positioned compared to other primates?
How is the human big toe positioned compared to other primates?
Aligned with other toes