Understanding Human Evolution
Welcome to today's lecture on human evolution. We'll explore the various stages of human development and their significance.
First, we will discuss the beginnings with early hominins, focusing on the Australopithecus, which lived around four million years ago. This species exhibited both ape-like features and bipedalism.
Next, we will highlight the development of Homo habilis, known as the 'handy man.' This species marks an important transition as they began creating tools that significantly influenced their lifestyle.
Finally, we will examine Homo sapiens, who emerged approximately 200,000 years ago, characterized by their sophisticated cognitive abilities and cultural complexities. We will conclude by discussing how these evolutionary milestones contribute to our understanding of human behavior today.
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