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Old 01-11-2008, 00:35   #43
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Re: Pure altruism does it exist?

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Originally Posted by keetah992000 View Post
if she didnt feed the baby it would die - feeding a baby may instinctive - not alturistic. and why has this popped up again - noooooooo
altruism


1.the principle or practice of unselfish concern for or devotion to the welfare of others (opposed to egoism). 2.Animal Behavior. behavior by an animal that may be to its disadvantage but that benefits others of its kind, as a warning cry that reveals the location of the caller to a predator.
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