Entity: YELLOW-
Yellow is a color that varies in saturation but has the same hue, lying in the approximate wavelength range of 585–575 nanometres. It is often associated with sunshine, happiness, and warmth.
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Etymology
The origin of the term 'yellow' can be traced back to Old English 'geolu,' which is related to the Old High German 'gelb' and the Old Norse 'gulr.'
Definition
Yellow is a color that varies in saturation but has the same hue, lying in the approximate wavelength range of 585–575 nanometres. It is often associated with sunshine, happiness, and warmth.
Historical Context
Throughout history, yellow has been used in various cultures to symbolize different concepts. In ancient Egypt, it represented the sun god Ra, while in China, it symbolized royalty and power.
Cultural Significance
Yellow is often associated with positivity, energy, and enlightenment. It is the color of daffodils, lemons, and the traffic light that signals caution.
Related Concepts
Yellow is the complementary color of blue and, along with cyan and magenta, forms a set of primary colors. It is also associated with the solar plexus chakra in Hinduism.
See Also
A color that resembles ripe lemons or sunflowers, found between green and orange in the spectrum.