What features of Homo Habilis made it different from Australopithicus (Lucy and Salaam)?

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Ans: One key feature in Homo habilis compared to Australopithicus is the expansion of the brain cavity, which suggests a nearly doubling of brain size, therefore suggesting an increase in cognitive capacity. The protrusion of the snout began to recede, as well

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