Most of the early hominin fossils discovered in Africa come from the eastern and southern parts of the continent.Why is this?
A)More populations of early hominin species lived in these areas and nowhere else.
B)Only these areas were conducive to sustaining life.
C)These areas provided better preservation of fossils.
D)Many villagers in these areas gather fossils to sell.

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The eastern and southern parts of Africa have volcanic ash layers and sedimentary rocks that provide better preservation of fossils. This has allowed for a higher number of early hominin fossils to be preserved in these areas compared to other regions.

Most of the Early Hominin Fossils Discovered in Africa Come