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Chapter 22.1, Problem 2C
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To explain: The anatomical features that confer stereoscopic vision on primates.
Concept introduction: Primates lead an arboreal mode of life except for humans. The ancestors of humans had an arboreal life. Primates had several adaptations to suit the arboreal mode of life.
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Ch. 22.1 - Describe the structural adaptations that primates...Ch. 22.1 - Prob. 1CCh. 22.1 - Prob. 2CCh. 22.2 - Prob. 2LOCh. 22.2 - Distinguish among anthropoids, hominoids, and...Ch. 22.2 - Prob. 1CCh. 22.2 - Prob. 2CCh. 22.3 - Describe skeletal and skull differences between...Ch. 22.3 - Prob. 5LOCh. 22.3 - Prob. 6LO
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