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∙ 11y agoIn general, "smarter" species do have larger brains - however the relationship between brain size and intelligence is not as widely accepted as it once was. The presence of a larger brain does not automatically mean the animal is smarter or more likely to survive.
The evolution of Homo sapiens (humans) involved many successive increases in brain size, which corresponded with increased "intelligence". However, the overall body size was also increasing.
It is believed that brain size does affect intelligence, but is only one of many factors.
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∙ 8y agoThe brain is the seat of intelligence in any intelligent animal, human beings included. How the brain affects intelligence depends on the animal and how the brain is specialized for that animal's survival.
For example, a bat cannot solve algebraic equations. However, a bat is able to use sonar to map its environment very accurately; a bat can pinpoint the location of a tiny insect using nothing but reflected sound. Such an ability is possible with the humble bat brain because of specialization.
In humans, the convoluted surface of the cerebral cortex has given rise to advanced intelligence. Instead of a "flat"-looking brain, humans' brains look like walnuts, with many folds that reveal a surface area much beyond the interior surface area of the skull. In other words, the human brain has a specialized structure that allows for a lot more 'brain' than our heads could fit otherwise. Thus, the limitation of skull volume is overcome, allowing for more neurons and neuronal connections. Thus, the structure of our brains directly affects our intelligence.
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∙ 6y agoToday on Facebook, I watched a video of a wild bird feeding koi fish in an outdoor pond. This past winter, another video shows a dog repeatedly sledding down a snowy hill and running back up dragging his sled behind him. Gorillas were taught to use sign language to communicate with humans. Videos show dogs and cats Skateboarding...
In these examples, each has different sized brains, but have developed unusual skills. Each task shows different kinds of intelligence.
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∙ 12y agoThat i have no clue because i think animals see things us humans do not, but i think survival is whats on their mind most.
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Do animals possess culture?
Animals can learn, they have a degree of intelligence, they have sentiments but they don't have (unfortunately) a culture.
Is polio in animals?
No , polio does not affect animals.
What distinguishes a humans brain from other animals?
Animals with larger brains tend to be larger than animals with smaller brains. Also, to a degree, larger brains tend to mean more complex behaviors. Yes, some mammals have more brains than humans and have less intelligence, but any mammal is more intelligent than an earthworm which only has some ganglia for a brain.
Do animals use 100 percent of their brain capacity?
No, of course not, like humans, animals have a percentage of their brain, no matter how small, that they don't use.
What are the brainless animals?
A jellyfish & a starfish A Jellyfish has no brain & no heart A starfish has no brain & no blood
Why do you have greater intelligence than other animals?
Human intelligence is attributed to having a large brain and also having a large ratio of brain size to body size.
Where in the brain is intelligence?
Every part of the brain - except possibly the brain stem, where involuntary processes are - contributes to intelligence.
Can alcohol affect your intelligence?
In less than 20 minutes. In addition, it is a neurotoxin that will eventually reduce your brain's functioning permanently, not only in terms of intelligence, but other functions as well.
Does brain size determine intellectual ability?
Well, to a degree I guess so. An eastern bluebird will not have the intelligence of a German sherpard. A white tail deer will not thave the intelligence of a human. But between animals of the same species, brain size is not a consideration.
Structure of mammalian brain plus intelligence?
Mammalian brains are extremely large compared to other animals. This makes it very easy to learn and gain the intelligence necessary to adapt and survive.
How does relative cerebrum size among various types of animals and man seem to be related to intelligence or the ability to learn?
Very, very vaguely, relative brain size appears to have a positive correlation with intelligence.
Should doctors and scientist tamper with intelligence?
No, because it is dangerous and it can affect a lot of things in your brain like brain tissues. If people arent smart, oh well, God made them the way they are.
Which part of human brain is the center of intelligence?
cerebrum is the centere of intelligence.
What is mapping of brain?
laying out of its intelligence.
What does the brain symbolize?
The brain symbolizes intelligence, creative thinking, and knowledge. It is often associated with mental abilities, problem-solving, and intelligence.
When was Animals with Human Intelligence created?
Animals with Human Intelligence was created on 1993-03-09.
What animals have human intelligence?
I think it would be easier to answer if your question was "What animals have characteristics of human intelligence?" It is impossible for any animal to have human intelligence.
