Question

question 5
melanin is produced only by:
a basal cells
b keratinocytes
c merkels cells
d melanocytes
e langerhans cells

Explanation:

Melanin is a pigment that gives color to the skin, hair, and eyes. Melanocytes are specialized cells located in the basal layer of the epidermis. These cells produce melanin through a process called melanogenesis. Basal cells are mainly involved in cell division to produce new keratinocytes. Keratinocytes are the most abundant cells in the epidermis and are involved in forming keratin, not melanin production. Merkel's cells are associated with touch sensation. Langerhans cells are part of the immune system in the skin.

Answer:

D. melanocytes