Question

which compound is responsible for shielding keratinocytes nuclear dna from damaging uv light? remember you can click the view theory button to get some help with the answer.
a) eleidin produced by merkel cell
b) cytokine produced by langerhans cell
c) keratohyalin produced by basal cell
d) melanin produced by melanocyte

Explanation:

Melanin, produced by melanocytes, is a pigment that absorbs UV - light and protects keratinocytes' nuclear DNA from damage. Eleidin is related to keratinization, cytokines from Langerhans cells are involved in immune - responses, and keratohyalin is related to the formation of keratin.

Answer:

D. Melanin produced by melanocyte