Identify the Major Trends in Primate Evolution

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Essay

Identify the major trends in primate evolution.

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Definitions:

Orangutan

A large arboreal great ape native to Indonesia and Malaysia, known for its reddish-brown hair, long arms, and intelligent behavior.

Bonobo

A species of great ape known for its peaceful behavior, residing in the Democratic Republic of Congo and closely related to the chimpanzee.

Primate Visual System

The specialized set of adaptations and structures in primates' eyes and brains that allow for acute visual perception, including depth perception and color vision.

Nerve Cells

Specialized cells that transmit nerve impulses; also known as neurons.