Asked by Kashif Zaidi on Apr 24, 2024
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Scientists date the split between human ancestors and the ancestors of African apes between:
A) 10 and 15 million years ago
B) 2 and 4 million years ago
C) 5 and 8 million years ago
D) 5 and 10 million years ago
Human Ancestors
Refers to species in the evolutionary lineage that led to modern humans, including various extinct hominins that share common traits and genetic material with Homo sapiens.
African Apes
A group of primates that includes gorillas, chimpanzees, and bonobos, native to various regions of Africa.
- Identify the effects of continental drift and climate change on evolutionary processes.
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Cynthia Muniz6 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
According to current scientific evidence, the split between human ancestors and the ancestors of African apes occurred around 5 to 8 million years ago. This is based on molecular analysis and fossil evidence. Other options are too early or too late for the split.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the effects of continental drift and climate change on evolutionary processes.