Sex Flashcards
1
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Reproductive fitness
A
the quantity and quality of characteristics and positive genetics that make an organism fit to reporduce
2
Q
Peacocks fitness
A
Elaborate tail feathers with more “eyes”
3
Q
Human reproductive fitness characteristics
A
Male: broad shoulders and narrow hips
Female: small waist and curvy hips
General: facial symmetry, face characteristics, symmetry in movement, voice pitch and body odor
4
Q
When is reproductive fitness important
A
Short-term partners
5
Q
Other things influenced by mate choice
A
creativity and intelligence
6
Q
Other important characteristics of a mate
A
resources, behaviour, cultural preferences, age
7
Q
Cultural factor determines
A
number of partners, choice of partner, range of sexual practices, and age
8
Q
Cross-Cultural sexual taboos
A
incest
