How Can We Explain the Variation in Physical Characteristics of Modern

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Essay

How can we explain the variation in physical characteristics of modern humans? How ancient are the differences that we see in modern populations?

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Definitions:

Somatic Delusion

A false belief concerning the body, such as thinking one has a serious disease or body part dysfunction when it is not true.

Spider Eggs

Refers to the eggs produced by spiders, encapsulated in silk egg sacs for protection and development.

Fingernails

Keratin-based structures at the tips of the fingers, protecting the fingertip and surrounding tissue, and serving various biological and aesthetic functions.

Hopelessness Theory

A cognitive theory suggesting that a pessimistic outlook on life, where one feels a lack of control over outcomes, can lead to depression.