135

I mean why 5, why 5 on each limb, why not 4 or 6. Why do our feet also have 5. Whats with our body being so symmetrical.

People who know anything about evolution, now is your time to shine.

you are viewing a single comment's thread
view the rest of the comments
[-] Moobythegoldensock@lemm.ee 10 points 1 year ago

There are humans with 6. 5 is just the most common.

Yes but thats a genetic mutation I think

[-] Rayston@kbin.social 21 points 1 year ago

Having any fingers at all is a genetic mutation, thats how evolution works, it mutates, and if the mutation works well enough, it gets passed on.

load more comments (7 replies)
load more comments (9 replies)
this post was submitted on 15 Sep 2023
135 points (87.3% liked)

Showerthoughts

29240 readers
1047 users here now

A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The best ones are thoughts that many people can relate to and they find something funny or interesting in regular stuff.

Rules

founded 1 year ago
MODERATORS