Question

Albinism is a condition found in all vertebrates, such as the frog pictured below. This mutation prevents or reduces the production of pigments.
Albino variations of animals, such as mice, are often found in pet stores. However, albino variations are rarely found in nature. Why are organisms with albinism hard to find in nature?

A.
Albino coloration can only be created in a laboratory.
B.
Albino coloration reduces an organism's chance of survival.
C.
Albino organisms are better camouflaged than other variations.
D.
Albino coloration increases an organism's chance of survival.
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Answer 1

Organisms with albinism hard to find in nature because Albino coloration reduces an organism's chance of survival. The correct option is B

Explanation:

The congenital defect in which there is an absence of any pigmentation in organism or plant is termed albino. Tyrosinase enzyme controls the dose of melanin in the skin if there is a defect in Tyr gene the albinism occurs.

They are unable to protect itself from UV rays and are unable to protect itself from predators as they lack camouflage (in case of alligators). The beautiful colour of skin makes them prey for poaching.

The person with albinism have pink or red eye as the pigment of iris is also absent.

The albinism can be due to mutation. Heredity, diet, environment or disease.

In plants lack of chlorophyll is a condition of albinism which prevents photosynthesis and hence no survival.