Homogenization Is Just One of the Effects of Globalization on Cultures

question 21

Essay

Homogenization is just one of the effects of globalization on cultures around the world. Define homogenization and give at least three examples of it. Are there aspects from other cultures that you now incorporate into your own culture? If so, please provide at least two examples. Do you think that globalization will indeed cause the homogenization of world cultures in the future? Why or why not?

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Definitions:

Teratogens

Substances or environmental factors that can cause developmental malformations or complications in an embryo or fetus.

Placenta

This is an organ generated in the uterus while a woman is pregnant, facilitating the transfer of oxygen and nutrients to the fetus and the removal of waste substances from the fetal blood.

Fetal Alcohol Effect

A condition resulting from alcohol exposure during the mother's pregnancy, causing brain damage and growth problems in the child.

Diethylstilbestrol

A synthetic estrogen that was formerly prescribed to prevent miscarriages and other pregnancy complications before its connection to serious health risks in offspring was discovered.