Compare the Expanding-Balloon Analogy of the Universe with the Raisin-Bread

question 17

Essay

Compare the expanding-balloon analogy of the universe with the raisin-bread dough analogy. What are their common points? At what point does each analogy fall apart?

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Definitions:

Time-Space Distanciation

A concept in social science that describes the process by which distant events and activities significantly influence local happenings and vice versa, facilitated by technological advancements.

Gramsci

Refers to Antonio Gramsci, an Italian Marxist theorist and politician known for his theory of cultural hegemony.

Ruling Class

A social class that holds political, economic, or social power and influence over others in a society.

Subordinate Working Class

A social class that is at the lower end of the socioeconomic hierarchy, often having less power, wealth, and occupational prestige.