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By what Latin name the first hominid was known? - Biology

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By what Latin name the first hominid was known?

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The first hominid was known as Homo habilis. The brain capacities were between 650 - 800cc. They probably did not eat meat.

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Chapter 7: Evolution - VERY SHORT ANSWER [Page 49]

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