Humans (Homo sapiens) are adaptable, intelligent primates with advanced cognitive abilities, language, and tool use. They thrive in diverse environments, forming complex societies and cultures.
Data:
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Habitat:
- Temperature: Ideal: 20-25°C; Range: -20°C to 50°C with shelter/clothing.
- Pressure: 101.3 kPa; 50-500 kPa survivable with support systems.
- Humidity: 30-60% optimal; issues outside this range.
- Oxygen: 19.5-23.5%; 100% oxygen safe at 0.2 atm.
- CO2: Tolerable up to 0.1%; above 0.5% causes health issues.
- Light: 300-500 lux; UV protection needed in high-exposure areas.
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Nutrition:
- Water: 2-3 liters/day; clean and safe.
- Calories: 2,000-2,500 kcal/day; up to 8,000 for athletes.
- Macronutrients:
- Carbohydrates: Main energy source.
- Proteins: 1.2-2.0g/kg for muscle repair (athletes need more).
- Fats: Essential for energy and hormones.
- Vitamins: A, B Complex, C, D, E, K; needed for various functions.
- Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc.
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Production:
- CO2: 1 kg/day; more with physical activity.
- Waste: 1-2 liters urine, 200-300 grams feces/day.
- Heat: 100 watts resting; 500 watts active.
- Sweat: Up to 5 liters/day under exertion.
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Reproduction:
- Method: Sexual; live birth.
- Gestation: 9 months.
- Cycle: Monthly for females; hormone-regulated.
- Offspring: Typically 1 per birth.
- Care: 18+ years for development.
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Sleep/Rest:
- Cycle: 7-9 hours/night; 10 hours for athletes.
- Active Period: Diurnal.
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Lifespan: 70-85 years; can reach 100+ with optimal health.
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Growth:
- Maturity: Physical maturity at 18 years.
- Size: Average: 1.5-1.8 m; up to 2.1 m (e.g., athletes).
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Uses:
- For Humans: Labor, technology, cultural development.
- Ecosystem: Top-level consumers; influence ecosystems.
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Special Traits:
- Cognitive: Problem-solving, planning, innovation.
- Endurance: Marathon running, climbing, adaptation to extremes.
- Emotional: Form complex social bonds and cooperate.
- Adaptability: Modify behavior and environment to survive globally.
- Tool Use: Advanced tool-making and technology development.
- Language: Diverse linguistic abilities for communication and cultural growth.