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Romashka-Z-Leto [24]
2 years ago
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How does melanin provide protection against cancer

Biology
1 answer:
ANTONII [103]2 years ago
8 0

Answer:

UVA radiation causes lesions or DNA damage to melanocytes, which are the skin cells that produce the skin pigment known as melanin. Melanin is a protective pigment in skin, blocking UV radiation from damaging DNA and potentially causing skin cancer

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