Why Do We Measure Some Distances in Astronomy in Light-Years

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Essay

Why do we measure some distances in astronomy in light-years and some in astronomical units

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Definitions:

Conflict Theory

A sociological perspective that sees social life as a competition, and focuses on the distribution of resources, power, and inequality.

Bifurcated Consciousness

A psychological state where an individual's identity or perception is divided between two conflicting viewpoints or aspects of self, often related to social roles or cultural expectations.

Super-mom Syndrome

A societal pressure on women to excel in multiple roles flawlessly, especially in caregiving and professional achievements, often leading to stress and burnout.

Proletariat

The proletariat refers to the class of workers who do not own the means of production and must sell their labor to live, a key concept in Marxist theory.