Forensic Anthro Study Cards

if the words are bolded or underlined, they are important to know

What is Anthropology?

The study of humans & their ancestors across space & time.

What does Anthropology study?

Diseased and Living human beings

What time frame does Anthro focus on? (At least in this class)

Around 3~5 million years ago.

Where is Anthropology studied?

Everywhere!!!

Anthropology is…?

Study of social behavior, natural & biological science. It’s a holistic discipline!

Who was the father of American Anthropology?

Franz Boas

How was Franz Boas significant?

Father of American Anthro by being one of the first to observe, document, and compare the biological & cultural differences between generations of immigrants.

How many subdisciplines of Anthropology are there?

4 subdisciplines

What are the 4 subdisciplines of Anthro?

Cultural, Biological (physical), Archeology, Linguistic

What does the Cultural subdiscipline study?

Studies the traditions, beliefs, taboos, religion, social behaviors, parenting, and more.

How is the Cultural subdiscipline studied?

By participant observation.

What does the Linguistic subdiscipline study?

Studies the form, function, and use of language in the social and cultural aspect.

What does the Archaeologic subdiscipline study?

Studies how ppl used to live through excavation, analysis, and interpretation of material remains.

What are some (not all) of the material remains that Archaeology subdiscipline study?

Artifacts, structures, art, environments, and cemeteries.

How does the archaeological analysis occur?

By studying the material & origin together.

What does the biological/physical subdiscipline study?

Studies human biological evolution & diversity.

How is biological subdiscipline studied?

By observing the evolution of humans, ancestors, & primates.

What specifically does the subdiscipline study when looking at evolution of the similar species.

Comparative anatomy , biological variation, cultural impact, and etc.

Can the environment affect genes? How could it be important?

Yes, the environment a living being is raised in could change behavior. It’s important bc growth & development shows life history.

What is biological plasticity?

The ability to change & adapt.

What is primatology?

Study of primate diversity, biology, evolution, behavior, and more.

What is forensic anthro? (card definition is subject to change)

Applying the study of humans & ancestors across time & space in legal purposes. Usually in the form of recovering & analyzing relevant skeletons.