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| + | There are several features that the ''Homo ergaster'' have that differ with those of the ''Homo erectus''. The are two anatomical features that vary the H ''erectus'' and the H ''ergaster'' and one geographical difference. But first one must have a basic understanding of the two species. | ||
| + | ''Homo ergaster'' literally means "working human". The H ''ergaster'' were the first species in the genus ''Homo''. | ||
| + | ''Homo erectus'' is translated to "upright human". The H '''erectus'''were pioneers of mankind's society and use of tools we still have today.[[http://anthro.palomar.edu/homo/homo_2.htm]] | ||
| + | Now for the differences. The two anatomical features that differ between the two are the thinner bones in the skull and an absence of a pronounce sulcus. A sulcus is depression just behind the brow. | ||
| + | [http://www.internetlooks.com/homoerectus.jpg] | ||
| + | Julia Hoff | ||
| + | ''CF Manual'' Page 21 | ||
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Return to History 8 Human Origins Concepts There are several features that the Homo ergaster have that differ with those of the Homo erectus. The are two anatomical features that vary the H erectus and the H ergaster and one geographical difference. But first one must have a basic understanding of the two species. Homo ergaster literally means "working human". The H ergaster were the first species in the genus Homo. Homo erectus is translated to "upright human". The H erectuswere pioneers of mankind's society and use of tools we still have today.[[1]] Now for the differences. The two anatomical features that differ between the two are the thinner bones in the skull and an absence of a pronounce sulcus. A sulcus is depression just behind the brow. [2] Julia Hoff CF Manual Page 21
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