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What have scholars learned about the ancestors of human and how have they done so?

They discover different tools and told us about there culture life


What is human evolution?

Human evolution is one of the central topics within evolutionary biology. It attempts to explain the origin and evolution of Homo sapiens as a distinct species from other hominids, great apes and mammals. The study of human evolution uses many scientific disciplines, including physical anthropology, primatology, archaeology, linguistics and genetics.While we have made great strides in the study of human evolution, there remains many unanswered questions. Just because these questions remain unanswered for now does not mean we will not find the answers in the future with more hard work and research.One thing is for sure, humans evolved from earlier primate ancestors. The exact lineage that traces humans back to their ancestors is still unclear, and the classification of humans and their relatives has changed considerably through time. The genus Australopithecus is now thought to be the ancestor of the genus Homo, to which we belong. Australopithecus was an evolutionary milestone for humans, because they are the earliest apes to begin walking upright, and walking upright lead to many advantages, including the ability to develop more intelligence. Australopithecus gave rise to Homo species such as Homo habilis, Homo erectus, Homo neanderthalensis, and ultimately Homo sapiens.Human evolution is not one continuous series, as illustrations you may have seen would have you believe. Rather, human evolution is more like a branching tree containing many different primate species that have appeared and long since died out. We are still trying to figure out how exactly humans are related to these species.It is believed that the mental and social capacities of humans evolved too, as the ancestors of humans developed larger, more complex brains, and social structures also became more complex. Humans rely on living in groups to survive which is why it was essential for us to develop beneficial and cooperative social behaviors and structures that ensured the success of our species.There are some questions the theory of evolution itself may not be able to answer, especially moral and existential questions. The answers to these questions lie in philosophy and religion, not science. Nevertheless, there is evidence beyond reasonable doubt that humans are descended from earlier prehistoric apes, and that we are closely related to other apes of today, and the gaps in the human lineage continue to be filled as more research is done and more fossils are uncovered.


How are humans and apes alike?

They are not alike. The most-oft used argument - that humans and apes share 99% similar genomes, has been proven wrong. The only comparisons done so far pertain ONLY to the 1% of the genome which codes for proteins. No comparison has been done between the ENTIRE human genome and ENTIRE chimp genome. Such a huge and costly study would undoubtedly yield a very low similarity. When comparing ONLY the 1% of the genome which codes for proteins, the similarity is between 70% and 96%, depending on the study. One reason why very few studies have been done on the NON-protein coding portion of the genome is because, for decades, many scientists assumed it was junk DNA - now we know this was completely wrong. So much for assuming. We now realize the NON-protein coding portion is responsible for many important functions such as preserving the genome itself! Also, a recent report unexpectedly found specific sequence patterns in "junk" DNA called "pyknons" which are responsible for determining when and where proteins are made. Furthermore, within this "junk DNA", the areas of greatest difference appear to involve regions which are structurally different (commonly called "rearrangements") and areas of heterochromatin (tightly packed DNA). The protein coding portion of the human genome has approximately 50% similarity with bananas. There are several reasons why this is so: 1) All life on Earth is based on the same carbon/water system. 2) In order to eat and digest bananas, we must share genomic similarities, otherwise we wouldn't be able to eat bananas in the first place. Genomic similarity among us is required for all of us to live on earth. 3) If we ever found another organism which we DIDN'T share any genomic similarities, that organism would be from a completely different planet with a different life-sustaining system altogether.


Has it been possible to do DNA testing on Neanderthal bones?

Yes, DNA testing has been successfully conducted on Neanderthal bones. By extracting and analyzing ancient DNA from Neanderthal fossils, researchers have been able to gain insights into the genetic relationship between Neanderthals and modern humans.


Why did tribal start?

Tribal societies emerged as early humans formed kinship-based communities for survival and social organization. These communities relied on cooperation, shared resources, and mutual protection. Tribal structures offered a sense of belonging and security, facilitating group cohesion and collective decision-making.

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What have scholars learned about the ancestors of human and how have they done so?

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What would you do at Stonehenge?

Look at the wonder of such a structure and admire what your ancestors have done.


Why do other Islamic scholars not speak peacefully like Tariq Jameel?

All true Muslim scholars must speak peacefully. Islam means 'peace'. It is very unfortunate that some of the so-called Muslim scholars create hatred among people. Maybe, it is the reaction of the harsh treatment that is being done to the Muslims in many countries. Anyhow, Islam teaches to be kind and helpful to all humans irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, country or color.


What is the term for machines doing the work formerly done by humans?

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Who invented talent?

humans invented talent .they are realized by the work done by the humans


What have humans done to abuse the environment?

pollution


Why are inoculation done in humans or animals?

Inoculations are done in humans and animals in an attempt to prevent disease. Inoculations were formed in a fight against deadly disease.


How does technology come about?

Technology is nothing more than designing and making a set of tools from available known materials to help do something that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to do. Modern humans have always done this and many of our prehuman ancestors from hundreds of thousands of years ago did too.


When did the famous people died?

When they done learned to talks in ze native engrish language


What is the percent of sea exploration done by humans?

unknown


Where does water go when humans are done using it?

sewer


How many humans have done activities on mount?

65