“If evolution exists, why don’t monkeys become humans?” There is another similar question: “If there is evolution, why were there dinosaurs? Even though they live hundreds of millions of years Have they not turned into intelligent beings?
Actually, there are several logical answers to this question. Let’s see if the dinosaurs that once occupied our planet developed their intelligence like humans. the inability to establish modern civilizations what is the reason?
Dinosaurs’ brains are very small compared to their bodies.
“Classical” or in other words “non-avian” dinosaurs such as Brontosaurus, Triceratops or Tyrannosaurus; It is very similar to reptiles such as snakes, crocodiles and lizards. These modern reptiles always have been to a very small brain owner.
That’s why you can never train a snake like you train a dog. Well, their brains were small, but if they could develop their intelligence Wouldn’t their brains grow too? Why didn’t that happen? Because they didn’t need it.
Dinosaurs had no reason to develop their intelligence.
When dinosaurs lived, the Earth did not have the capabilities or conditions to develop their intelligence. They were animals that lived mainly as hunters and prey. They lived in a time that was idyllic for their kind. The development of intelligence was not a primary factor in their evolution.
Because they live in a specific ecosystem to adapt to the resources in this ecosystem, certain behaviors and skills; In short, it was more important than improving intelligence.
Furthermore, dinosaurs were cold-blooded animals and their metabolism was slow. to save energy Another possible factor is that it takes a back seat to brain development. Because if they developed intelligence, they would expend more energy and lose the skills specific to their species.
Of course, these are all just hypotheses. We do not yet have clear information about the intelligence level of dinosaurs. Just as much as we do that they don’t have to be smart we know.
We humans needed to improve our intelligence.
During the process of evolution, nature always makes selections, and those who do not adhere to these selections will eventually leave the game. In the beginning we walked on four legs, but… adapt to the circumstances in the name of We started to stand up.
This erection; accelerated metabolism, increased defense against attacks by freeing hands, increases the chance of finding food, This allowed us to see other animals at a higher level.
As our brains developed, our abstract thinking skills, collaborations, and applied skills increased; We have had enough time and energy to study science, art and other areas. Finally of modern civilization We have opened the doors.
It is also useful to add this:
Evolution is not something divided into higher or lower levels. Therefore, it is necessary to develop in terms of intelligence or Monkeys don’t have to turn into people. The goal of evolution is to adapt to the environment, and there are many ways to do this. Intelligence is just one of these ways.
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Ashley Johnson is a science writer for “Div Bracket”. With a background in the natural sciences and a passion for exploring the mysteries of the universe, she provides in-depth coverage of the latest scientific developments.