How do humans adapt to the environment?

Humans adapt to changes in the environment by genetic change, developmental adjustments, acclimatization, and cultural or technological advances. Of these, the fourth is almost uniquely human and has been the key to the species' success worldwide. read more

Humans are generally adapt the environment to suit themselves which is why we have air conditioning in hot countries and central heating in colder countries. However there is one example I can think of and that is the production of the lactase enzyme. read more

The human body readily responds to changing environmental stresses in a variety of biological and cultural ways. We can acclimatize to a wide range of temperature and humidity. When traveling to high altitudes, our bodies adjust so that our cells still receive sufficient oxygen. read more