Anthropology is the scientific study of humans, human behavior, and societies, both past and present. It seeks to understand the complexities of human existence by examining various aspects of humanity, including cultural practices, social norms, languages, and biological characteristics. Anthropology is divided into several subfields, including cultural anthropology, which focuses on cultural variation among humans; archaeological anthropology, which studies past human societies through material remains; linguistic anthropology, which explores the relationship between language and culture; and biological or physical anthropology, which examines the biological and evolutionary aspects of humans. By integrating insights from the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, anthropology provides a holistic perspective on the human experience.
Anthropologists Uncover More Ancient Hominin Fossils A recent archaeological find has unveiled smaller and even more ancient bones of a hominin species in Flores. These newly discovered teeth and forearm…