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Human Evolution

Question 3 • Biology - SC3209 IC

A skull from the genus Homo that dates from approximately 750,000 years ago is discovered. Where would the foramen magnum most likely be located?

Answer
A
at the back of the skull
B
at the front of the skull
C
at the bottom of the skull
D
at the top of the skull

Explanation

The foramen magnum is the opening where the spinal cord connects to the brain. In the genus Homo, which includes upright-walking humans and their relatives, it is positioned underneath the skull so the head balances over the spine. Therefore, it would most likely be at the bottom of the skull.

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