Hair, Human Evolution, And The Idea Of Human Uniqueness

    August 2005 in “ Evolutionary anthropology ”
    Niccolo Caldararo
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    TLDR Human hair is unique and important for understanding human evolution and identity.
    The document "Hair, Human Evolution, and the Idea of Human Uniqueness" by Niccolo Caldararo, published in 2005, discussed the unique characteristics of human hair compared to other primates and its implications for understanding human evolution. It explored various perspectives on why human head hair differs from fur, the cultural significance of hair, and the biological factors influencing hair growth. The article referenced multiple studies and historical texts to support its examination of hair's role in signaling, social identity, and evolutionary biology.
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