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Evolution of the Human Brain
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Development of the Neocortex
Expansion of the neocortex, enabling enhanced cognitive functions, problem-solving, and planning.
Bipedalism and Brain Evolution
Bipedalism freed up hands for tool use, which provided evolutionary pressure toward greater intelligence and brain complexity.
Encephalization Quotient Increase
Increase in brain-to-body mass ratio, leading to superior intelligence and complex social behavior.
Evolution of the Prefrontal Cortex
Enhancement of the prefrontal cortex, crucial for decision making, social interaction, and moderating social behavior.
Language Acquisition
Development of brain regions specialized for language, enabling complex communication and culture.
Prolonged Juvenile Brain Development
Extended period of brain development allows for prolonged learning and synaptic plasticity.
Development of the Visual Cortex
Advancements in the visual cortex which allowed for better processing of visual information.
Expansion of Associative Areas
Growth of associative areas in the human brain, responsible for complex thoughts and behaviors.
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