Sources:  1. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/cooking-up-bigger-brains/ 2. http://humanorigins.si.edu/evidence/human-family-tree 3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKNAA4wLpVY&feature=youtu.be   PROMPT 1 Homo erectus is generally considered the first truly human species. Why? What are the characteristics of H. erectus that define them as human?   PROMPT 2 Who was Homo hedelbergensis?   PROMPT 3 Homo neanderthalensis was a highly sophisticated human species well adapted to life Ice Age Europe, both culturally and biologically. What […]

Allison is a 32-year-old female with the following symptoms: dismal facial expression; droopy eyelids; swollen face and periorbital areas; thin, dry hair; dry, crusty skin; evidence of intellectual impairment; lethargy; a change of personality; bradycardia (59 b/min); blood pressure of 93/72; anemia (hematocrit 28); enlarged heart (upon radiological exam); constipation, and hypothermia. Plasma concentrations of […]

Discuss how zoos have evolved over the last 50 years to become conservation centers. Incorporate the role of zoos in educating the public into your response. Discuss some of the economic pressures faced by zoos – namely space, capacity and resources– that can affect their conservation efforts. How does a species get on the Endangered […]

Possible Essay Questions One question from each of the categories below will appear on your exam. You can best prepare for the essay questions by writing out your answer to each one and practicing it as you study. An added benefit of doing this is that you will also be reviewing key concepts that will […]