Over the History of the Census,how Have Racial Categories Changed

question 10

Essay

Over the history of the census,how have racial categories changed? Provide examples.What does this suggest about the socially constructed nature of race? Your answer should be three to five sentences in length.

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Definitions:

Cheyne-Stokes

A pattern of breathing characterized by a gradual increase in the depth of breathing followed by a decrease, resulting in temporary stoppages of breathing; often associated with serious illness.

Larynx

The voice box located in the neck, which houses the vocal cords and is involved in breathing, producing sound, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration.

Cartilages

A flexible, strong connective tissue found in various parts of the body such as joints, nose, and ears, providing support and cushioning.

Cyan

A greenish-blue color, one of the primary subtractive colors used in color printing and photography.