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Neandertal Face Shape Was All Over the Air

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The Functional Purpose of Neanderthal's Distinctive Facial Features

This chapter discusses a new study suggesting that Neanderthal's distinctive facial features served a functional purpose by efficiently heating and humidifying air, making them better adapted to their ice-age environment. Additionally, it mentions that Neanderthal's front teeth were not well-suited for forceful biting.

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