A secondary group is a formal, impersonal, and often temporary group in which there is typically little social intimacy, emotional closeness, or mutual understanding among members, with interactions often being task-oriented and focused on achieving specific goals or objectives. Examples of secondary groups include a workplace project team, a classroom of students, members of a large organisation, or people waiting in line at a store. Relationships in secondary groups are often based on specific roles and statuses rather than personal connections, and the group may dissolve once its purpose is fulfilled. While secondary groups are essential for the functioning of modern complex societies, they generally do not provide the same level of emotional support or personal fulfillment as primary groups.