Exploring Human and Chimpanzee Cognitive Differences

This chapter explores the cognitive differences between humans and chimpanzees, focusing on the impact of cultural transmission and language on human evolution. It highlights the example of Kanzi the chimpanzee to illustrate the challenges non-human primates face, as well as discussing the complexities of the human brain's prefrontal cortex in relation to cognitive advancements.

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