Question

A skull from the genus Homo that dates from approximately 750,000 years ago is discovered. Where is the foramen magnum be located?

A. at the back of the skull
B. at the front of the skull
C. at the bottom of the skull
D. at the top of the skull

Answer 1

The correct answer would be option C. A skull from the genus Homo that dates from approximately 750,000 years ago has its foramen magnum at the bottom of the skull. The foramen magnum is the opening at the base of the skull where the spinal cord joins the brain. The foramen magnum of a Homo is in a more forward position indicating that it had a more erect posture.