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Most recent man found as fossile was :...

Most recent man found as fossile was :

A

Java man

B

Peking man

C

Cro-magnon man

D

Hiedelberg man

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To answer the question "Most recent man found as fossil was:", we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Options**: The options provided are Java man, Peking man, Cro-Magnon man, and Heidelberg man. 2. **Research the Fossils**: We need to determine which of these options corresponds to the most recent fossil discoveries. 3. **Historical Context**: The Cro-Magnon man fossils were discovered in 1868 in southern France. This is a significant clue as it points to the recency of these fossils compared to the others. 4. **Dating the Cro-Magnon Man**: It is believed that Cro-Magnon man lived approximately 40,000 to 10,000 years ago. This timeframe indicates that they are relatively recent in the evolutionary timeline. 5. **Distinct Features**: Cro-Magnon man is noted for having a prominent chin and a brain capacity of around 1600 cc, which are important characteristics that distinguish them from earlier hominids. 6. **Conclusion**: Based on the information gathered, the most recent man found as a fossil is the Cro-Magnon man. ### Final Answer: **C. Cro-Magnon man** ---
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