What Do Sociologists Call the Webs of Direct and Indirect

question 38

Multiple Choice

What do sociologists call the webs of direct and indirect ties that connect individuals to others who may influence them?

• A) Social networks
• B) Reference groups
• C) Inner circles
• D) In-groups

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Definitions:

Porosity

The measure of void spaces in a material, indicating its ability to hold fluids.

Unfractured Granite

Unbroken or intact granite rock, typically characterized by its hard, coarse-grained structure without significant cracks or breaks.

Permeability

A measure of how easily fluids can pass through a porous rock or sediment.

Water Table

The level below the Earth's surface at which the ground is fully saturated with water.