Human and chimpanzee jaws
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Human and chimpanzee jaws
Human and chimpanzee jaws. Historical artwork comparing the jaws of a modern human (Homo sapiens sapiens, left) and a chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes, right). These are cross-sectional views from the side. From left to right, the lips, teeth, and tongue are shown. The main difference is the protruding human chin, absent in chimpanzees, and the attachment of the tongue muscles. Artwork from 1931, when comparisons such as this were used to decide whether the fossils being discovered at this time were of humans, apes, or an evolutionary link. Artwork from New Discoveries relating to The Antiquity of Man (Sir Arthur Keith, 1931)
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1900s 1931 Ancestor Anthropological Anthropology Chimpanzee Chin Comparative Anatomy Comparing Cross Section Diagram Early 20th Century Evolution Fossil Man Hominid Hominids Homo Sapiens Sapiens Human Evolution Modern Human Mouth Pan Troglodytes Profile Teeth The Antiquity Of Man Tongue Mono Chrome Palaeontology Section Sectioned Sir Arthur Keith
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This historical artwork, dating back to 1931, provides a captivating comparison between the jaws of a modern human and a chimpanzee. In this monochrome print, we are presented with cross-sectional views from the side, showcasing the lips, teeth, and tongue of both species. The purpose behind such illustrations during that time was to discern whether newly discovered fossils belonged to humans, apes, or an evolutionary link. The most striking disparity depicted here is the presence of a protruding chin in humans while absent in chimpanzees. Additionally, attention is drawn to the attachment of tongue muscles which differs between these two primates. This artwork stems from Sir Arthur Keith's publication titled "New Discoveries relating to The Antiquity of Man" emphasizing its significance within early anthropology and paleontology. As we delve into this thought-provoking image capturing our ancestors' anatomy and evolution, it serves as a reminder of how far our understanding has come since then. It symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit to unravel our origins through comparative anatomy studies. Science Photo Library brings us this intriguing piece that not only showcases scientific exploration but also represents an era when discoveries concerning hominids were shaping our comprehension of human evolution. Let us appreciate this snapshot from history as we continue on our quest for knowledge about ourselves and our place in nature's grand tapestry.
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