What causes physical attraction between human beings

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The discussion centers on the factors influencing physical attraction between human beings, emphasizing the interplay of nature and nurture. Participants highlight the role of DNA and upbringing in shaping individual preferences. Pheromones are identified as a significant biological factor in mate selection. Additionally, the concept of the "Divine Ratio" or Golden Ratio (1.618) is mentioned as a potential genetic influence on perceptions of beauty.

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What causes physical attraction between human beings, as a general animals? Like why I'd consider someone attractive while my friend thinks her average... Is it to do with the DNA?

A penny for your thoughts people..
 
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Originally posted by devil5_advocate
Is it to do with the DNA?

Some would reply "isn't everything?" (nature)
Others would say it's our upbringing & experiences (nurture).
I suspect the tendencies in our lives are a combination of nature and nurture.

Whatever the chemistry is, I like it.
 


Originally posted by devil5_advocate
What causes physical attraction between human beings, as a general animals? Like why I'd consider someone attractive while my friend thinks her average... Is it to do with the DNA?

A penny for your thoughts people..


In part, pheromones:
How we sniff out a mate

More...
 
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This is more of an "Other Science" topic so I'll be moving it over there. :smile:
 
1.618

An appreciation of 1.618, the "Divine Ratio" or Golden Ratio" is apparently hard-wired into our genes. Do a little search and you'll likely find some interesting stuff as it relates to our perceptions of beauty. Happy reading.

Amos Behavin
 

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