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2006-12-28 10:06:13 · 7 answers · asked by MR THOMAS E W 1 in Science & Mathematics Biology

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Apparently, you have stumbled upon one of the eternal mysteries of the human body. After reviewing some theories on why pubic hair exists, it appears there's no definitive answer. It seems as though the prevailing theory relates to pheromones — scents that the body produces that can be sexually stimulating to others.
It's thought that the tufts of hair that grow around the genitals, as well as under the arms, capture these erotic scents. Pheromones get trapped in the pubic 'do when apocrine glands release an odorless secretion on the surface of the skin that combines with bacteria decomposed by the secretions of the sebaceous glands. Believe it or not, humans have the same number of hair follicles as apes, except our body hair is generally very fine or barely visible in comparison. So, while pubic hair and underarm hair might be considered the primary scent traps, they're by no means the only ones. For some people, scents from these areas are noticeable and consciously increase sexual arousal. For others, pheromones might not be obvious but may be detected subconsciously.

2006-12-28 10:11:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5 0

One explanation is that hair occurs in areas where thick sweaty excretions occur. These excretions contain pheremones that act as an aphrodiasiac. The hair functions to trap these secretions, so they can be used to attract mates.

2006-12-28 10:14:56 · answer #2 · answered by Johnny 1 · 2 0

Same purpose as the rest of the hair on your body. Protection, and insulation.

2006-12-28 10:10:36 · answer #3 · answered by joycedomingo 3 · 0 0

All mammals have wads of coarse hair wherever there's chance of bodily friction. It's a dry lubricant. That's why we have them in our armpits and other unmentionable places. Try running the marathon after you've shaved ALL of it off. And no fair wearing soft underwear.

2006-12-28 10:49:12 · answer #4 · answered by Scythian1950 7 · 1 0

To allow for a meal that comes complete with dental floss!

2006-12-28 10:10:12 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0 3

keep warm lol

2006-12-28 10:23:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

to keep out germs from your holes

2006-12-28 10:13:22 · answer #7 · answered by pueo882002 2 · 1 3

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