Primate: A group of mammals that includes monkeys, apes, and humans. Primates are known for their highly developed brains and complex behavior.
Genus Homo: The taxonomic category that includes modern humans (Homo sapiens) as well as extinct human species such as Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis).
Cognitive Abilities: Mental processes such as thinking, learning, memory, perception, and problem-solving that allow humans to acquire knowledge and understand the world around them.