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Melanin is the natural pigment that gives colour to human skin, hair and the iris. It provides protection against<\/p>\n

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\nThe correct answer is A) Ultraviolet radiation.
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\nMelanin is a pigment produced by melanocytes in the skin, hair, and eyes. Its primary function is to absorb harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight, thereby protecting the cells from DNA damage and reducing the risk of skin cancer.
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\nThe amount and type of melanin produced influence skin, hair, and eye color. More melanin provides greater protection against UV radiation. While skin provides some protection against other forms of radiation, melanin’s specific role as a pigment is most directly linked to absorption of UV radiation.
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Melanin is the natural pigment that gives colour to human skin, hair and the iris. It provides protection against [amp_mcq option1=”Ultraviolet radiation” option2=”Infrared radiation” option3=”X-ray radiation” option4=”Short wave radio radiation” correct=”option1″] This question was previously asked in UPSC NDA-2 – 2017 Download PDFAttempt Online The correct answer is A) Ultraviolet radiation. Melanin is a pigment … <\/p>\n

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