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justinmsk

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Which of the following is an adaptive advantage of darker skin pigmentation?
 
  A. preserving a healthy amount of vitamin B complex needed for reproduction
  B. increased production of vitamin D
  C. better regulation of body heat
  D. eliminating the need for tanning and reducing the risk of freckling

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Which of the following is related to the evolution of skin pigmentation in human populations?
 
  A. the amount of ultraviolet radiation and the need for vitamin D
  B. the amount of carbohydrates versus proteins that are in the diet
  C. the need for natural camouflage from predators
  D. iron and zinc compounds in the soil


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irishcancer18

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

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


justinmsk

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Reply #2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jul 10, 2018
No problemo


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