Explain E.O. Wilson's theory of sociobiology.
Sociobiology posits that social behaviors in all organisms, including humans, are rooted in their evolutionary biology. It examines how natural selection has shaped altruism, aggression, mating patterns, and other social traits. My work, particularly 'Sociobiology: The New Synthesis,' sought to apply principles of evolutionary biology to understand the social structures of diverse species, from insects to primates, suggesting a biological underpinning to social organization.
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