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Biology Question on evolution

Homo sapiens have evolved in:

A

Paleocene

B

Pleistocene

C

Oligocene

D

Myocene

Answer

Pleistocene

Explanation

Solution

Homo sapiens (modern humans) are believed to have evolved during the Pleistocene epoch. This epoch, often referred to as the Ice Age, began approximately 2.6 million years ago and lasted until about 11,700 years ago. It encompasses a significant portion of human evolutionary history.

So, the correct option is (B): Pleistocene