6 Questions
What is the term for traits acquired through descent from common ancestors?
Homologous traits
Which great ape is known by the Latin name 'Pan paniscus'?
Bonobo
Which species are our nearest living ancestors?
Chimps and Bonobos
Which bone is unique to humans and not found in other primates?
Anterior inferior nasal spine
What is the primary factor causing distinct species due to relative differences in the size and shape of bones?
Differential growth in foetus and post-foetal development
What is the primary reason for the variation in size and shape of bones among different species?
Duration of growth plates
Test your knowledge of great ape Latin names and key concepts related to homologous traits and ecological adaptations. Identify the Latin names for chimpanzee, bonobo, gorilla, orangutan, and anatomically modern humans, and understand the differences between closely related species as a result of ecological adaptations.
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