Sociologists Describe Race as a Social Construct

question 11

Multiple Choice

Sociologists describe race as a social construct. What does this statement mean?

• A) Race is a natural phenomenon based on unchangeable traits found in individuals.
• B) Race is a system that is invented, created by human beings.
• C) Race is believed to be a part of a person's "essence," or their very being.
• D) Race is based on an objective measure of physical resemblances.

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Definitions:

Pseudostratified Ciliated Columnar Epithelium

A type of epithelial tissue composed of irregularly shaped cells that appear to be stratified but are actually a single layer with cilia on their surface, commonly found lining the respiratory tract.

Goblet Cells

are mucus-secreting cells found in the epithelial linings of respiratory and intestinal tracts, helping to protect and lubricate the surfaces.

Epithelial Tissue

One of the four basic types of tissue, forming the protective covering or lining of many body surfaces and cavities.

Visceral Pleurae

The visceral pleurae is a membrane that covers the lungs and dips into the spaces between the lobes, forming part of the pleural sac that aids in optimal lung function.