Human Anatomy (8th Edition) - Standalone book
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Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 18RFT
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Carotene is a kind of pigment, which is found in vegetables and fruits. It is the rich source of vitamin A, which is required for the photoreceptor pigments in the eye and for the maintenance of epithelium.
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