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What is the role of melanin in the skin?
What is the role of melanin in the skin?
- To cause skin cancer
- To increase skin fragility
- To lighten the skin
- To protect the skin from UV radiation (correct)
How does UV exposure affect the production of melanin in skin cells?
How does UV exposure affect the production of melanin in skin cells?
- UV exposure increases melanin production (correct)
- UV exposure decreases melanin production
- UV exposure changes the color of existing melanin
- UV exposure has no effect on melanin production
What are the short-term effects of UV radiation on the skin?
What are the short-term effects of UV radiation on the skin?
- Prevention of cataracts
- Reduced risk of skin cancer
- Enhanced skin elasticity
- Increased skin fragility and scarring (correct)
What is a known health effect from UV radiation exposure?
What is a known health effect from UV radiation exposure?
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What is a significant risk factor for developing melanoma (type of skin cancer) in future years?
What is a significant risk factor for developing melanoma (type of skin cancer) in future years?
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