2006-11-10 19:56:21 · 6 answers · asked by kelleygaither2000 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
On the contrary, it wasn't so much a show of fear as a sign of aggression. To the first answerer, baring one's teeth in the primate kingdom is saying, "Look at how large my canines are. Do you want to fight?"
This is actually a very good question. I'm not sure why a smile is subconscious, either. I hope you find an answer!
2006-11-10 20:18:08 · answer #1 · answered by Link 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Show of acceptance. We still do other things that primates do.....laughter is a good example. It was customary for us when we were swinging from trees to show our teeth with the cheeks raised as a show of acceptance, which in turn began acceptance in communication, understanding and even love making. It is why the smile is so powerful, it goes all the way down to our genes.......in a way. ahem. be well.
2006-11-10 20:03:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
smiles in primates show acceptance. smiles in koreans show mistrust. i like the korean thing. i think its closer to the fake smile of the united states than we admit. we smile at everyone and dont trust anyone. we rule large.
2006-11-10 20:08:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
nature V nurture
2006-11-10 23:30:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
FEAR MAYBE AT FIRST , BUT THAT CAVEWOMAN OR MAN
KNEW THE SEX WAS FANTASTIC!!!!
DON
2006-11-10 20:12:14 · answer #5 · answered by Don P 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i have never heard that
2006-11-10 19:59:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋