1. Humans Share About 98.8% of DNA with Chimpanzees
Our closest living relatives, chimpanzees, share nearly all of our DNA, highlighting common ancestry.
2. Bipedalism Came Before a Larger Brain
Walking upright on two legs evolved millions of years before the significant increase in brain size.
3. The First Humans Lived in Africa
Fossil evidence shows that Homo sapiens originated in Africa about 300,000 years ago.
4. Neanderthals Interbred with Modern Humans
Modern non-African humans carry 1-2% Neanderthal DNA, evidence of ancient interbreeding.
5. Fire Use Was a Game Changer
Control of fire around 1 million years ago allowed early humans to cook food, stay warm, and protect themselves.
6. Tools Date Back Over 2.5 Million Years
Stone tools made by early humans mark the beginning of technology and culture development.
7. Human Evolution Is Not a Straight Line
Many human species coexisted and evolved in different regions before Homo sapiens became dominant.
8. Brain Size Tripled Over Time
From early ancestors to modern humans, brain volume increased dramatically, enabling advanced cognition.
9. Language Developed Gradually
While the exact timeline is unknown, complex language likely evolved alongside brain growth and social structures.
10. Evolution Continues Today
Human populations still evolve, adapting to environments, diseases, and lifestyle changes worldwide.
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