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Chapter 9 examines types of primates in terms of classification, biology, and behavior, with particular emphasis on the apes, the closest living relatives to humans.
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1. You should be familiar with the categories of primates known as prosimians and anthropoids. You should know the main types of each category and how they are characterized. |
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2. You should know the defining characteristics of monkeys, and the differences between Old World and New World monkeys. |
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3. You should be familiar with the hominoid group, including apes and humans. You should know their main characteristics and some of the methods used to classify them. You should know their physical characteristics, distribution, environments, and social structures, and be able to compare biology and behavior among apes. |