Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life
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Chapter 26, Problem 4SQ
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Concept introduction: Human beings are hominoids that belong to the lineage of dry-nosed monkeys. Human beings are modern apes. They are the most advanced placental mammals. They vary largely from their cousin species.
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