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Encephalisation

Description

Encephalisation refers to the evolutionary process of the enlargement and complexification of the brain in an organism. It is often associated with higher cognitive abilities and is a crucial aspect of human evolution.

Sample Sentences

1. As primates evolved, encephalisation played a vital role in the development of their cognitive skills.
2. The encephalisation quotient is a measure used to compare brain sizes between different species.
3. Modern humans demonstrate a significant degree of encephalisation compared to our primate ancestors.
4. Encephalisation has been linked to the increased capacity for abstract thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Related Products

To learn more about encephalisation and its impact on human evolution, you might be interested in the following books:

• Human Evolution: A Brief Insight
• Cognitive Neuroscience: Exploring the Biology of the Mind
• The Developing Brain: Building Language, Reading, Physical, Social, and Cognitive Skills