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nelaaney

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Gibbons are said to be adapted for brachiation. What anatomical features allow some primates to be efficient brachiators?
 
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Children's inheritance of their father's name as their own surname is customarily a part of _______________ descent.
 
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Answer to Question 1

Anatomical modifications at the shoulder joint to allow rotation, arms longer than legs, short, stable
lower back, long curved fingers, and shortened limbs.

Answer to Question 2

patrilineal



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