BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)
BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)
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ISBN: 9781305967359
Author: STARR
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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Chapter 28, Problem 10SA
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Human skin contains special cells in different layers. These specialized cells secrete pigmented molecules under special conditions. These pigments benefit the skin and cells in different ways. Secretion of these pigments is greatly affected by exposure to sunlight.

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