Dental Formula and Features Quiz
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What anatomical changes are associated with bipedalism?

  • Shape of the pelvis (correct)
  • Development of robust neck muscles
  • Femoral angle
  • Increased brain size
  • Which hominin species had the smallest brain capacity according to the provided information?

  • Homo habilis
  • Javanese Homo erectus (Trinil and Sangiran)
  • Paranthropus
  • Australopithecus (correct)
  • What is the significance of the 2:1:2:3 dental formula in early hominins?

  • Points towards tool-making capabilities
  • Provides information on evolutionary lineage (correct)
  • Indicates a meat-based diet
  • Suggests a close relation to modern primates
  • Which hominin is associated with the 'Radiator theory' according to the text?

    <p>Homo erectus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'hominin' refer to based on the text?

    <p>Bipedal primates within the human lineage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of dentition in early hominins?

    <p>2:1:2:3 dental formula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of early hominins?

    <p>Presence of honing P3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is NOT commonly associated with hominins?

    <p>Presence of a Diastema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a U-shaped palate in hominin dentition?

    <p>Indicates a primarily herbivorous diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which trait is most indicative of hominin evolution?

    <p>Transition from robust to gracile jaws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did tool-making play in early hominin evolution?

    <p>Enabled more efficient food processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did brain size contribute to hominin evolution?

    <p>Enhanced cognitive abilities and problem-solving skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature of Ardipithecus Ramidus supports the body weight when moving along branches?

    <p>Powerful arms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a feature consistent with bipedalism in Ardipithecus Ramidus?

    <p>Flat feet lacking arches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What derived feature in the pelvis of Ardipithecus Ramidus distinguishes it from chimpanzees?

    <p>Sciatic notch similar in size to later hominins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dentition feature in Ardipithecus Ramidus is ape-like?

    <p>Large canines and molars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the upper canines of Ardipithecus Ramidus appear?

    <p>Shaped like diamonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature of Ardipithecus Ramidus indicates a lack of knuckle-walking ability?

    <p>Relatively flat feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

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