Marine & Pastoral Ecologies

A collection of flashcards covering major vocabulary and concepts from the lecture on marine and pastoral ecologies.

Core

The fundamental elements comprising technology, resources, and cultural frameworks in pastoral societies.

Pastoralism

A form of agriculture focused on the herding of livestock of various kinds.

Polygyny

A marital practice where one man has multiple wives.

Matrilineal

A social system in which lineage is traced through the mother's side.

Marine Economy

Economic systems primarily based on the exploitation of marine resources.

Mobility

The ability to move frequently and effectively, a key characteristic of many pastoral and marine societies.

Reproductive Success

The success of an individual in passing on their genes to the next generation.

Gender Roles

Expectations assigned to individuals based on their gender within a society.

Hunting-Fishing Societies

Communities that rely primarily on hunting and fishing for sustenance.

Social Stratification

A hierarchical arrangement of individuals in society based on wealth, power, or social status.