Campbell Essential Biology with Physiology (5th Edition)
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Author: Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Jane B. Reece, Kelly A. Hogan
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Chapter 17, Problem 13PS
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To plot: The data for hominins.
Introduction: Hominins are the member of human family. In ancient times, there are several human species that coexisted. There are 20 identified species of fossil hominins. The human phylogeny is the multi-branched tree in which Homo sapiens are the tip of the twig.
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To determine: The species most similar to Homo floresiensis.
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To explain: Whether the information support the hypothesis that Homo floresiensis is a dwarf form of Homo erectus or an alternative explanation.
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