Dark skin is found in populations near the equator. Why?

a. ?It protects from the damaging effects of UV radiation on folate.
b. ?It protects from frostbite.
c. ?It increases the chance of heat evaporation.
d. ?It increases the skin's exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
e. ?It helps prevent rickets.


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Most primatologists see the differences between humans and nonhuman primates as a difference primarily of __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The social rules and cultural meanings of all sexual behavior are subject to great variability from one society to another

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Australopithecus africanus has been found throughout __________

a. central Africa b. southern Africa c. eastern Africa d. western Africa

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