What Do Skin Colors Really Mean Beyond White, Black, and Yellow?

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The discussion centers on the terminology used to describe different racial groups, specifically the phrases "the white, the black, the yellow." It explores the implications of these terms, questioning their validity and the existence of individuals who do not fit neatly into these categories. The conversation highlights that skin color is determined by melanin levels, which increase with sun exposure, leading to darker skin tones as a protective measure against UV radiation. Additionally, it notes that sunburned skin can appear red due to blood vessel swelling. The expression in question is seen as reductive, suggesting that it oversimplifies the diversity of human skin tones and may inadvertently exclude those who do not conform to these classifications. The discussion also touches on the broader implications of racial labeling and the potential for misunderstanding or racism inherent in such categorizations.
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Do you know why people say, the white, the black, the yellow... ?
What about people who is not white, not yellow, not black ?
I know sunlight can burn ou skin to bright black. Why some people's heads are pink like just using some cosmetics ?
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They say it because they are racist? Really, why do you ask.

For your interest: melanin (or the lack of it) determines the color of your skin. When exposed to sunlight, the body starts to produce more melanin making the skin appear darker. The melanin absorbs UV-radiation and protects the skin from getting burned. Sunburned skin turns red due to the swollen blood vessels.
 
Its an expression, meaning "the white, the black, the yellow" meaning that yellow people don't even exists, so this field of colours they are talking about includes everybody, regaurdless of race. Or you can individually point out every posible colour which a human can be, but that would be pointless.

Dad and mom? What about uncle's and aunts:smile:
 
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