Women see one color differently then men do: RED
Why?
It turns out there’s a perfectly good reason why men can’t see what is so obvious to women: the many variations–some subtle, some bold–of the color red.
Reuters reports that researchers from Arizona State University in Tempe have determined there is a gene that allows us to see the color red, and that gene comes in a high number of variations.
Because the gene sits on the X chromosome–and women have two X chromosomes and so two copies of this gene, compared with only one for men–the gene aids women’s ability to perceive the red-orange color spectrum. The study findings were reported in the American Journal of Human Genetics.
That’s interesting!
This interesting. But… I am concerned that this could be misleading.
As a design professional I feel it is part of the job/culture to learn about, understand and enjoy the perception of color. In personal experience I have witnessed men and women who are either highly sensitive to color or almost oblivious to it.
To me it seems that gender genetics play a very small role in how we perceive color. Especially when training, environment and emotions are taken into account.
I believe it is likely that sociological and psychological influences on gender play a far greater role. Men are often subjected to ridicule for caring about color when women are rewarded. Rewards drive interest and actions. Repeated reward drives practice. And, as we are told repeatedly as we develop our skills… “practice makes perfect.”
Thanks for bringing this study to light.
Bob H