A new way to see what was for dinner 3 million years ago
Briefly

"To power these big machines in our heads, we need a lot of energy, so of course we need high-quality, energy-rich foods," explains Tina Ludecke...Another scientist discusses using chemical signatures to distinguish between types of plant diets, indicating a deeper understanding of ancient environments and eating habits.
"These are still fairly ape-like, small-brained hominins, that already walked upright but had a more apelike walk," Ludecke describes the Australopithecus remains...highlighting the physical evolution present during this era.
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