Scientifically, color is created by light bouncing off of objects. Certain objects will absorb some frequencies of light waves while others reflect them. Liquids and some gases can also refract color. These facts have been proven through thorough investigations and scientific experiments over the last century. However, since everyone has different genetic alterations, a new theory has risen on whether or not interpretation of matter by the senses is similar between common people.
We can judge our surroundings and predict what an object will feel, smell, and taste like before all of our senses are exposed to that said object. This is because our sensory detectors are hardwired to our memories, leading our brain to think more effectively and efficiently on the schematics of any substance that we have seen before.
When we see commercials of sour candy or salty foods, our mouths may release a sweet saliva to counteract the flavor, although we are not actually consuming the food. This is because our bodies have grown accustomed to the object and know how to react. Overall, this concludes that, at least partially, our experiences influence our opinions or perspectives that we gain from our immediate senses.
Knowing this, we can say with some confidence that exposure to something will give us more knowledge of it, but what if we see it for the first time in our lives? From the moment we open our eyes and acknowledge our surroundings, most us see color. However if all of us see different “colors” and shades, then how do we know which color is truly uniform to its name?
For instance, if I had been born moments ago, and I saw a “green” tree, and I interpreted it as a “brown” tree. I would learn that, from my perspective, the color “brown” was actually the color “green”. This is all speaking from an omniscient point of view of course; in this case, one that knows what each color should like in standard form. We could all be seeing different colors, or the same colors, but interpreting them in different colorations and not knowing it. After all, my brown and your brown would both be one color in the world. We might just see it differently and according to our own brains' specifications.
If we are to accept even part of this theory, a whole new branch of psychological science is opened up to us; one that is unique and even a bit paranormal. The possibilities are boundless, and we are left dazzled, in the same world where we once trod.
With Regards,
Mr. Dan-student with high aspirations
