All of the Following Are True of the Pigment Melanin

question 16

Multiple Choice

All of the following are true of the pigment melanin, except that it

• A) is produced by cells called melanocytes.
• B) protects DNA from the damaging effects of UV radiation.
• C) increases with increased levels of the hormone MSH.
• D) decreases in concentration within cells during exposure to the sun.
• E) is usually some shade of brown or black.

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Definitions:

Interdependence

A relationship in which two or more entities rely on each other for resources, support, or benefits, creating a mutual dependency.

Shyness

Discomfort, inhibition, and excessive caution in interpersonal relations.

Physiological Symptoms

Physical signs or changes in the body resulting from illness, disease, substance use, or psychological states.

Shy People

Individuals who experience discomfort or apprehension in social situations, often fearing judgment or negative evaluation from others.