Why Is It Important to Understand Local or Historical Norms

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Essay

Why is it important to understand local or historical norms when doing comparative or historical research? What steps are ethical researchers working in other cultures obligated to take?

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Definitions:

Meninx

A layer of membrane covering the brain and spinal cord; refers to one of the meninges.

Periosteum

The periosteum is a dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.

Nervous System

The network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, coordinating and controlling bodily functions and activities.

Reflex Arc

The neural pathway that mediates a reflex action involving sensory nerves, a central nervous system integration center, and motor nerves.