The Trobriand Islander Kinship System Is Based on Which Type

question 18

Multiple Choice

The Trobriand Islander kinship system is based on which type of descent pattern?

• A) matrilineal
• B) patrilineal
• C) bilateral
• D) parallel

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Definitions:

Sustained Muscle Contraction

A continuous muscle contraction without relaxation, often due to persistent stimulation.

Tetanus

A bacterial infection characterized by muscle spasms, caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani.

Threshold Stimulus

The minimum stimulus needed to cause a depolarization of the membrane and generate an action potential in excitable cells.

Muscle Fatigue

Muscle fatigue is the decline in ability of a muscle to generate force, often experienced after prolonged activity or strain.