Ethnology is a branch of anthropology focused on the comparative and analytical study of cultures and societies. Ethnologists analyze ethnographic data collected from various cultures to uncover similarities and differences, often employing a theoretical and systemic approach rather than immersive observation. Ethnology seeks to understand what it means to belong to a specific group and examines how cultural identities develop and interact. Overall, ethnology plays a vital role in appreciating the complexities of human cultures, fostering an understanding of both distinctiveness and commonality among diverse groups (Churcher, Kalen)