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Give Two Examples of an Ascribed Status Stratification System and One

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Give two examples of an ascribed status stratification system and one example of an achieved status stratification system. Compare and contrast these three systems detailed in your text. In your answer, explain the opportunity for social mobility.


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Virus-first Hypothesis

A theory proposing that viruses existed and evolved before the emergence of cellular life forms.

Nucleic Acid Core

The central part of a virus particle, containing its genetic material, which consists of either DNA or RNA.

Capsid

The protein shell that encases the genetic material of a virus.

Envelope

In biology, it commonly refers to the outer coating of a virus that protects its genetic material; in other contexts, it can mean a paper cover for letters.

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