The word “race” is defined as one of the group of populations constituting humanity. Upon a first glance, the word seems easy enough to understand. However, what are these groups, and how does one categorize them? Who fits where, and why? These questions among others arise when thinking of race. Does race really exist? Genetically, a race may be defined as a group with gene frequencies differing from those of the other groups in the …showed first 75 words of 1863 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1863 total…its significance in relation to social problems is extremely difficult. The fact is, race does not exist. There is no scientific basis whatsoever for this nonspecific classification of humans. Today anthropologists and scientists stress the heterogeneity of world population, and discard the concept of race outright. The elimination of this concept, through individual and group conviction, can exert a powerful influence and bring about a better spirit and better understanding in the relations of society.