Question
Biology Question on evolution
Which of the following is closest relative of man
A
chimpanzee
B
gorilla
C
orangutan
D
gibbon.
Answer
chimpanzee
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is(A): chimpanzee.
Humans and chimpanzees are both part of the family Hominidae, which includes great apes. This family is also known as the "hominids." The family Hominidae includes several species, including humans (Homo sapiens), chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes), gorillas (Gorilla gorilla), orangutans (Pongo spp.), and gibbons (Hylobatidae).
However, when considering genetic and evolutionary relationships, chimpanzees are the closest living relatives to humans.