How and Why Did the Robust and Gracile Australopithecine Species

question 66

Essay

How and why did the robust and gracile australopithecine species vary? Discuss the anatomical and potential ecological niche issues that separate these groups.

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Definitions:

Adaptive Potential

The capability of an individual or system to adjust or change in response to new conditions or environments.

Epigenesis

A biological process in which the development of an organism is shaped by the interaction between its genetic potential and the environment, leading to the gradual unfolding of complex structures.

Grief Resolution

The process of working through the emotional and psychological impact of loss to reach a state of acceptance and adjustment.

Centering

The act of bringing focus to a central point or concern, often used in meditative practices to achieve calmness and balance.