The Shape Of Neanderthals' Skulls Helped Them Survive In Cold Weather And Allowed Turbo Breathing

[Judi Lynn]

8 April 2018, 5:10 pm EDT By Jean-Pierre Chigne Tech Times

Scientists have determined that the shape of Neanderthals' skulls helped them survive in cold weather. This adaptation allowed the ancient hominin to settle into Europe and the Middle East.

This also gave them larger nose so they can breathe more air.

Neanderthal Breathing
Scientists have finally been able to tackle a much-debated topic about the shape of Neanderthals' skulls compared to modern humans. They weren't sure if the shape of the Neanderthals' face gave them an improved ability to bite or to warm the cold air with their nose. Now, scientists have found the answer.

Researchers published a paper in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B and were able to determine that the shape of Neanderthals' skull allowed to breathe better in cold weather. The international team of researchers was led by Stephen Wroe from the University of New England.

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