Based on the molecular clock, it is estimated that the hominid lineage diverged from that of the chimpanzee about
A)1-2 mya.
B)3-4 mya.
C)6-8 mya.
D)10-12 mya.

Name: Based on the molecular clock, it is estimated that the hominid lineage diverged from that of the chimpanzee about A)1-2 mya. B)3-4 mya. C)6-8 mya. D)10-12 mya.
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The molecular clock estimates that the hominid lineage diverged from that of the chimpanzee approximately 6-8 million years ago, based on genetic differences and mutation rates.

Based on the Molecular Clock, It Is Estimated That the Hominid