
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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