Human Biological Diversity

Taylor & Francis

This text is intended for the sophomore level course in human variation/human biology taught in anthropology departments. It may also serve as a supplementary text in introductory physical anthropology courses. > This text is intended for the sophomore level course in human variation/human biology taught in anthropology departments. It may also serve as a supplementary text in introductory physical anthropology courses.In addition to covering the standard topics for the course, it features contemporary topics in human biology such as the Human Genome Project, genetic engineering, the effects of stress, obesity and pollution. > \nChapter 1: Introduction p.1 Chapter Summary Chapter 2:Concepts of Evolution p.7A Brief History of Evolutionary Ideas Ideas About Time Western Ideas Contemporary Western Views of Time Some Non-Western Concepts of Time The Great Chain of BeingScientific Approaches to Evolution: Lamarck\u2019s Theory of Evolution Darwin\u2019s Theory of Evolution Offspringe