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anshika

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Melanocytes
 
  a. are cells that produce carotene.
  b. cause skin cancer.
  c. only occur in dark-skinned individuals.
  d. absorb ultraviolet radiation.
  e. produce melanin.

Question 2

Which of the following absorbs ultraviolet radiation?
 
  a. Carotene
  b. Hemoglobin
  c. Vitamin D
  d. Melanin
  e. Melanocytes


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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

E

Answer to Question 2

D


anshika

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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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