The early ancestors of humans deliberately made stones into spheres 1.4 million years ago, a study said on Wednesday, though what prehistoric people used the balls for remains a mystery.
Did early hominins intentionally chip away at them with the aim of crafting a perfect sphere, or were they merely the accidental by-product of repeatedly smashing the stones like ancient hammers?
The team of scientists examined 150 limestone spheroids dating from 1.4 million years ago which were found at the 'UbeidiyaUsing 3D analysis to reconstruct the geometry of the stones, the researchers determined that their sphericalness was"likely to have been produced intentionally".—exactly which human lineage they belonged to remains unknown—had"attempted to achieve the Platonic ideal of a sphere", they said.
That in turn indicates that our ancient relatives had the cognitive capacity to plan and carry out such work.
Norge Siste Nytt, Norge Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også lese nyheter som ligner på denne som vi har samlet inn fra andre nyhetskilder.
Christina Ricci Says Her Son Wants to be a 'Male Wednesday'Christina Ricci spoke to 'InStyle' during Kate Spade's spring 2024 presentation during New York Fashion Week.
Les mer »
Beetlejuice 2 Is A Way Bigger Wednesday Reunion Than Just Tim Burton & Jenna OrtegaOrtega & Burton are joined by more Wednesday crew.
Les mer »
Get Exclusive Early Access to Samsung's Huge Fall Sale This WeekendSamsung is kicking off its Discover Event early for ET readers. Shop up to 80% tech and appliances now.
Les mer »
Early Addition: Happiness costs $145K in NYCBecause we should be kinder to the people who care for our parks, here are your early links: the city's best French fries, Jimmy Fallon apologizes for a toxic workplace, a Peloton lawsuit, and more from around the city and internet.
Les mer »
Rivian To Introduce Redesigned R1T Electric Tonneau Cover In Early 2024Rivian had originally planned to launch its redesigned electric tonneau cover this year
Les mer »
Heat hits New England, leading to school closures, early dismissalsThe heat that has gripped much of the nation has seeped into New England, forcing some schools to close or send kids home early on Friday.
Les mer »