Melanin Review
Authored by Lisa Thompson
Science
9th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The cells that produce the dark skin pigment called melanin are?
papule
melanocytes
keratin
collagen
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which pigment secreted by specialized cells in the skin is capable of absorbing ultraviolet light?
keratin
melanin
melatonin
carotene
hemoglobin
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the primary function of melanin in the human body?
To provide energy
To absorb ultraviolet light
To store fat
To produce vitamin D
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which type of cell is responsible for the production of melanin?
Keratinocytes
Melanocytes
Fibroblasts
Adipocytes
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Melanin is primarily found in which layer of the skin?
Epidermis
Dermis
Hypodermis
Subcutaneous
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the chemical structure of melanin primarily composed of?
Amino acids
Nucleotides
Fatty acids
Carbohydrates
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following factors can increase melanin production in the skin?
Exposure to sunlight
Cold temperatures
High humidity
Low altitude
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