Identify and discuss cultural transmutation and how it differs from the four modes of acculturation.

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Cultural transmutation is when the individual chooses to identify with a third cultural group (microculture) that materializes out of the native and host cultural groups. For example, a youth may choose to join a gang or some other kind of microcultural outlet. Although similar to separation, cultural transmutation is different in that a new cultural identity is created. In other models of acculturation, this is called fusion. Gay and lesbian groups are a good example of the cultural transmutation mode of acculturation. Religious groups are another example of acculturative transmutation. Many religious communities merge the values, beliefs, and behaviors of diverse religions into a new religion.

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