As a Sociological Concept,ethnicity Refers To

question 28

Multiple Choice

As a sociological concept,ethnicity refers to:

• A) a set of distinct physical characteristics that is the basis for a scientific classification of human beings
• B) cultural practices and outlooks, including language, history, ancestry, religion, and styles of dress or adornment that tend to set people apart
• C) physical variations in human beings singled out by members of a community or society as socially significant
• D) the four clearly defined groups into which humans are categorized based on physical phenotype
• E) inborn physical, mental, and social differences that separate one group from others

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Definitions:

Deficient Fluid Volume

A medical condition characterized by a decrease in intravascular, interstitial, and/or intracellular fluid. This condition indicates dehydration.

Electrolyte Balance

The maintenance of the correct concentrations of ions in the body fluids, crucial for various bodily functions.

Respiratory Acidosis

A condition arising from the buildup of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream, leading to decreased pH levels and increased acidity.

Arterial Blood Gases

A test measuring oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in arterial blood to assess lung function and the body's acid-base balance.