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Why We Fall in Love.

Authors :
Fischman, Josh
Jia-Rui Chong
Hotinski, Roberta
Source :
U.S. News & World Report. 02/07/2000, Vol. 128 Issue 5, p42. 7p. 10 Color Photographs, 1 Black and White Photograph.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Discusses the basic principles of biology and genetics that govern who people pick for a mate and reasons why they fall in love. Physical characteristics people unconsciously look for when choosing a mate; The evolutionary connection between body type and fertility; How people are automatically attracted to mates with genetic diversity; Cultural differences in the ways people choose a mate. INSET: A fight over the evolution of rape, by Josh Fischman.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00415537
Volume :
128
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
U.S. News & World Report
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
2730890