In Another Chapter,you Will Learn of Evidence That Primates,especially Fossil

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In another chapter,you will learn of evidence that primates,especially fossil species in the Hominin group that apparently led to our current Homo sapiens sapiens species identity.Many of the fossils of pre-human species have been found where geologic evidence indicates changes in climate,habitat,and terrain.The theoretical relationships among the earlier "human" populations in response to changes,support

• A) parapatric speciation, where the survival of the populations had to rely on slow growth of their ranges.
• B) gradualism, allowing species to develop mutations and gene pool changes at a uniform rate.
• C) sympatric speciation, as the populations had to initially coexist before they diverged geographically from each other.
• D) None of these answer options are supported by evidence in human evolutionary theory.
• E) punctuated equilibrium, allowing selection that favored different traits of body form.

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Definitions:

Epithelial Tissue

A type of tissue found throughout the body, covering all body surfaces, lining cavities, and forming glands; involved in protection, secretion, and absorption.

Synovial Membranes

Membranes that line the inner surface of synovial joints, secreting synovial fluid for lubrication to facilitate smooth joint movement.

Simple Squamous

A single layer of flat cells resembling a tiled floor, often found in areas where rapid diffusion is necessary.

Stratified Squamous

A type of epithelial tissue composed of multiple layers of flat cells, providing protection against abrasion and infection.