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roopam sagar
on Dec 07, 2024Verified
What do we call the ability to grasp and manipulate objects between the thumb and other digits?
A) opposability
B) prehensility
C) brachiation
D) radiation
Opposability
Opposability refers to the ability of the thumb to touch the other fingers across the palm, allowing for a greater range of motion and dexterity, a key feature in human hand evolution.
Prehensility
The ability of certain body parts, like tails or fingers, to grasp or hold objects, often seen in primates and some other animals.
Brachiation
Moving from branch to branch using the arms, with the body hanging suspended below.
- Discern the particular adaptations observed in primates for locomotion, manipulating objects, and additional physical features.
Verified Answer
BS
Learning Objectives
- Discern the particular adaptations observed in primates for locomotion, manipulating objects, and additional physical features.