Human Evolution and Biodiversity Quiz
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What distinguishes modern man from other organisms in human evolution?

  • Brain size and cognitive abilities (correct)
  • Physical strength and agility
  • Ability to camouflage in the environment
  • Speed and hunting skills
  • What is the primary cause of the dangerous decline in global biodiversity?

  • Alien invasions
  • Increased volcanic activity
  • Climate change (correct)
  • Natural disasters
  • How many mass extinctions have been recorded in evolutionary history?

  • Seven
  • Five (correct)
  • Three
  • Ten
  • What reinforces the fact that human life is dependent on the preservation of diverse ecosystems?

    <p>Human participation in nature conservation programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key argument against promoting genetic engineering according to the text?

    <p>It leads to the violation of rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of modern genetic engineering?

    <p>X-ray diffraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is gene therapy considered an example of the boons of science for human existence?

    <p>It benefits human health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If earth and mars originated similarly, why might there not be organisms on Mars like on Earth?

    <p>Lack of suitable atmosphere on Mars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category includes humans, chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans, gibbons, and monkeys?

    <p>Anthropoidea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of organisms belonging to the group Hominoidea?

    <p>Developed brain and freely movable hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the mentioned hominids is associated with making weapons from stones and bone pieces?

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

    How are Anthropoidea, Cercopithecoidea, and Hominoidea related to each other in terms of evolutionary proximity to humans?

    <p>Hominoidea is closer to humans than Cercopithecoidea</p> Signup and view all the answers

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