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Relethford, John H.

50 Great Myths of Human Evolution: Understanding Misconceptions about Our Origins

Relethford, John H. - 50 Great Myths of Human Evolution: Understanding Misconceptions about Our Origins, e-bok

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50 Great Myths of Human Evolution uses common misconceptions to explore basic theory and research in human evolution and strengthen critical thinking skills for lay readers and students.

  • Examines intriguing—yet widely misunderstood—topics, from general ideas about evolution and human origins to the evolution of modern humans and recent trends in the field
  • Describes what fossils, archaeology, and genetics can tell us about human origins
  • Demonstrates the ways in which science adapts and changes over time to incorporate new evidence and better explanations
  • Includes myths such as “Humans lived at the same time as dinosaurs;” “Lucy was so small because she was a child;” “Our ancestors have always made fire;” and “There is a strong relationship between brain size and intelligence”
  • Comprised of stand-alone essays that are perfect for casual reading, as well as footnotes and references that allow readers to delve more deeply into topics

Nyckelord:

biological anthropology; physical anthropology; human origins; evolutionary biology; natural selection; bipedalism; human ancestors; Lucy; neandertals; fossils; genetics; Homo habilis; Homo erectus; Homo sapiens; archaeology

, Biological Anthropology
Författare
Utgivare
John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
Utgivningsår
2017
Språk
en
Utgåva
1
Sidantal
304 sidor
Kategori
Naturvetenskaper
Format
E-bok
eISBN (ePUB)
9781119308034
Tryckt ISBN
9780470673911

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