Q The human body is rather good and efficient.... thanks to evolution. However, can you think of ways to improve it? For example: (1) allow females to have four breasts instead of two (useful for breast-feeding multiple babies) (2) have an extra pair of arms (useful for carrying things and performing tasks) (3) have separate intake tubes for food and air (we could eat and talk at the same time and be less likely to choke) (4) add an extra eye, perhaps in the back of our head (5) have a way to store oxygen in the brain so that we can withstand interruption to breathing for longer (6) have a wider or more elastic birth canal so that birth can be accomplished more rapidly and with less drama (7) have the ability to digest cellulose DO NOT consider adding in the imaginary powers of superheroes. Discussion Focuses: Describe at least 3 improvements you would make to the human body and using what you know about anatomy and physiology justify why you would make them. What other necessary anatomical changes would need to happen to ensure that your improvements are fully functional? What would be the physiological implications of your new designs? Remember, as animals there are good evolutionary "reasons" why we are the way we are, so what would be some potential detriments or consequences to your changes?

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