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Allometry
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The study of the change in proportion of various body parts as a consequence of different growth rates.
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Bipedal
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Moving about on two legs.
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Polygyny
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A form of marriage in which a husband has several wives.
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Polyandry
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A form of marriage in which a wife has several husbands.
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Zygote
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A fertilized egg.
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Embryo
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The stage of human prenatal life lasting from roughly two to eight weeks following conception; characterized by structural developement.
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Fetus
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The stage of human prenatal growth from roughly eight weeks following conception until birth; characterized by further developement and rapid growth.
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Distance Curve
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A measure of size over time, for example, a person's height at different ages.
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Velocity Curve
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A measure of the rates of change in growth over time.
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Menopause
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The permanent cessation of menstrual cycles.
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Grooming
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The handling and cleaning of another individual's fur or hair. In primates, this serves as a form of communication that soothes and provides reassurance.
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