What is human evolution?(2)

Tool Use and Technology:

One of the defining features of human evolution is the use of tools. Early humans like Homo habilis are known to have used simple stone tools, and later species like Homo erectus developed more advanced tools. The ability to create and use tools significantly shaped human survival and development.

Social and Cultural Evolution:

As humans evolved, so did their social structures and cultures. Early hominins lived in small groups, but as brains grew and cognitive abilities increased, humans developed more complex societies, with language, art, and religion. This cultural evolution is a key part of human history.

Migration and Adaptation:

Homo sapiens originated in Africa around 200,000 years ago and eventually migrated out to populate the rest of the world. Along the way, they encountered and sometimes interbred with other hominin species like Neanderthals and Denisovans, leading to genetic exchanges. Modern humans adapted to diverse environments, from tropical forests to cold Arctic climates.

(To be continued)