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Which species is considered the closest extinct relative of modern humans?

Neanderthal Man is considered the closest extinct relative of modern humans, with a brain size comparable to Homo sapiens. This follows from NCERT principle where relation explains outcome clearly for students.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function, Topic: Structural organization and physiology.

Which species is considered the first to have exhibited bipedal locomotion?

Australopithecus is considered the first species to exhibit bipedal locomotion, a significant adaptation in human evolution. This follows from NCERT principle where relation explains outcome clearly for students.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function, Topic: Structural organization and physiology.

Which hominid species lived in East African grasslands and used stone tools about 2 million years ago?

Australopithecus lived in East African grasslands about 2 million years ago and used primitive stone tools. This follows from NCERT principle where relation explains outcome clearly for students.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function, Topic: Structural organization and physiology.