HISTOLOGY
INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN
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Question
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True or false:Wider cellular extensions in melanocytes causes lighter skin.
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The contact between the dendritic processes of differentiated melanocyte and keratinocytes is necessary for the melanin transfer into keratinocytes determining the skin color and is involved in the skin cells’ photoprotection.
Detailed explanation-2: -Cells called melanocytes located in the skin, produce melanin. Melanin gives the skin its color. In certain conditions melanocytes can become abnormal and cause an excessive amount of darkening in the color of the skin.
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