Asked by
Maria Shanahan
on Oct 15, 2024Verified
Which group did the genus Homo evolve from?
A) Sahelanthropus
B) Orrorin
C) Australopithecines
D) Ardipithecus
Genus Homo
The taxonomic genus to which humans belong, characterized by a large brain, upright posture, and complex tool use among its members.
Australopithecines
A genus of hominins that lived in Africa from around 4 to 2 million years ago, representing early stages of human evolution.
Sahelanthropus
An extinct genus of hominids that are considered one of the oldest known ancestors to humans, dating back to about 7 million years ago.
- Understand the evolutionary origins of the genus Homo.
Verified Answer
AE
Learning Objectives
- Understand the evolutionary origins of the genus Homo.