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You’re Not a Monkey’s Uncle

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Debunking Genetic Similarity Myths Between Humans and Apes

This chapter critiques the simplistic view that a 1.2% genetic difference separates humans from chimpanzees, urging a reevaluation of how evolution is taught. It challenges genetic reductionism and highlights the distinct cognitive and behavioral traits that truly set humans apart from apes.

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