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What is key assumption in Herculano-Houzel's argument that has been criticized by other scientists?
Comparing theropods to birds in the analysis
What is the main reason why the scientists contest Herculano-Houzel's assumption about the brains of many dinosaurs?
They were not densely packed with neurons
What is the position informed by comparative anatomical data, according to the introduction of the paper?
Consensus of crocodile-like cognition in theropods
In order to more accurately predict metabolism and life history traits in fossil animals, some scientists advocate?
Considering other lines of evidence
What is the conclusion that Herculano-Houzel's paper suggests about T. rex?
T. rex had enough intelligence to use tools
What is the criticism of Herculano-Houzel's paper according to Dr. Darren Naish?
T. rex was more like a smart, giant lizard
The primary focus of Dr. Suzana Herculano-Houzel's work is...
Comparative neuroanatomy of dinosaurs and other animals
What is the name of the journal that published Dr. Herculano-Houzel's paper on theropod intelligence?
The Journal of Comparative Neurology
The main argument of Dr. Herculano-Houzel's work on T.Rex intelligence is that?
T.Rex was capable of using tools but not as intelligent as primates
What is the name of the replica of a Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton mentioned in the article?
Stan
According to the article, what is the common misconception about T.Rex intelligence?
T.Rex was a stupid killing machine
What is the clade of dinosaurs that includes Allosauruses, Spinosauruses, and Giganotosauruses?
Theropods
Was the Tyrannosaurus Rex as intelligent as primates? A new study sparks debate about the dinosaur's intellect. Explore the arguments for and against its cognitive abilities.
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