21. Characteristics of H. sapiens
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Homo sapiens sapiens is the name for all living human being on the planet. This species is the last hominid group.
Physical Characteristics Homo sapiens sapiens have a lighter build and larger brains compared to earlier humans. Modern humans have brains that are about 1300 cc but change between males and females. Our species is taller, thinner, and has darker eyes to cope better with heat. Also, Homo sapiens sapiens have a high vaulted cranium and a flat almost vertical forehead to fit our large brain.
Sources:
LM pages 30-31
How and Why We Have Changed Video (9/23/13)
Ellie Gershenwald
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