Which of the Following Cells Is Stimulated by UV Radiation

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following cells is stimulated by UV radiation?

• A) Adipose cell
• B) Meissner cell
• C) Keratinocyte
• D) Melanocyte

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Definitions:

Phospholipids

Phospholipids are a class of lipids forming the major component of all cell membranes, characterized by a hydrophilic head and two hydrophobic tails, providing vital barrier and structural functions.

Permeable

A characteristic of materials that allows liquids or gases to pass through them due to the presence of tiny holes or pores.

Proteoglycans

Large molecules composed of proteins and glycosaminoglycans that provide structural support in cellular matrices.

Extracellular Matrix

A complex network of proteins and carbohydrates outside the cell that provides structural and biochemical support to surrounding cells.