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encephalization
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n. (c./u.)
Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
The evolutionary increase in the size of the brain relative to body size.
Encephalization is a key trend in vertebrate evolution.
n. (c./u.)
Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
The degree to which brain size exceeds what would be expected based on body size alone.
Studies of encephalization help us understand cognitive abilities.
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encephalization
, in primates, including our hominin ancestors.
or encephalization, in primates, including our hominin ancestors.
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