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Exogamy

usgb/ekˈsɑːɡəmi/Volume
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Cultural DiversityPlay
Exogamy often happens to promote cultural diversity and alliances between different groups. SlideThe chieftain encouraged exogamy to strengthen ties with neighboring tribes.
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Avoid InbreedingPlay
Exogamy is important for preventing genetic disorders caused by marrying within a close-knit community. SlideTo maintain a healthy population, the village elders mandated exogamy.
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Cultural AcceptancePlay
Understanding exogamy can help in being more accepting of marriages between different cultures or ethnicities. SlideThrough learning about exogamy, Mark became more supportive of his cousin's intertribal marriage.