Evolutionary Cognitive Differences
The discussion explores how different environmental conditions faced by early human populations migrating from Africa may have influenced cognitive abilities. It highlights the argument that colder climates posed unique challenges, potentially leading to evolutionary selection for increased intelligence. The need for a plausible mechanism behind these genetic differences is emphasized, questioning how significant variations in intelligence could emerge in a relatively short evolutionary timeframe.In this clip
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The Science of Everything Podcast
Episode 82: Racial Differences in Intelligence
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