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What describes a society that shares the norms and values of everyone else?
What describes a society that shares the norms and values of everyone else?
Which of the following describes Mechanical Solidarity?
Which of the following describes Mechanical Solidarity?
What is described as unspecialized and original?
What is described as unspecialized and original?
Mechanical Solidarity
What describes a society characterized by complexity and diversity?
What describes a society characterized by complexity and diversity?
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Organic Solidarity is characterized by which of the following?
Organic Solidarity is characterized by which of the following?
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What is Organic Solidarity described as?
What is Organic Solidarity described as?
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What is referred to as a 'collective conscience' in Mechanical Solidarity?
What is referred to as a 'collective conscience' in Mechanical Solidarity?
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In Organic Solidarity, how are relations between different groups and persons regulated?
In Organic Solidarity, how are relations between different groups and persons regulated?
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What defines wealthier societies according to Organic Solidarity?
What defines wealthier societies according to Organic Solidarity?
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Which type of societal structure is largely determined by subsistence farming?
Which type of societal structure is largely determined by subsistence farming?
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How do people feel connected in Mechanical Solidarity?
How do people feel connected in Mechanical Solidarity?
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In Organic Solidarity, how do individuals relate to each other?
In Organic Solidarity, how do individuals relate to each other?
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What type of societies are defined as modern, industrialized, and high-tech?
What type of societies are defined as modern, industrialized, and high-tech?
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What describes traditional, pre-industrial, low-tech societies?
What describes traditional, pre-industrial, low-tech societies?
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Study Notes
Mechanical Solidarity
- Characterized by a shared set of norms and values among individuals within a society.
- Exhibits simplicity and similarity, reflecting a homogeneous social structure.
- Often described as unspecialized and original, highlighting its foundational nature.
- Operates on the concept of "collective conscience," where individual members feel a strong internal drive to cooperate.
- Commonly found in rural societies where subsistence farming and cottage industries prevail.
- Individuals feel a connection through shared identities and experiences, reinforcing social cohesion.
Organic Solidarity
- Represents a complex and diverse society, marked by specialization and interdependence.
- Typically seen in societies with larger populations, facilitating intricate social connections.
- Relies on contractual and legal relations to regulate interactions between different groups and individuals.
- Wealthier societies often exhibit characteristics driven by consumerism and commercialism.
- Flourishes in modern, industrialized, and high-tech environments, showcasing advanced division of labor.
- Individuals are connected through mutual dependencies, indicating their need for one another to function effectively in society.
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These flashcards are designed to help you understand the distinctions between mechanical and organic solidarity as outlined by sociologist Émile Durkheim. Each card features key terms and their definitions, aiding in the retention of sociological concepts related to societal structures.
