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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Pheomelanin is most commonly found in:
Options
A Darker skin tones
B Lighter skin tones and red hair
Correct Answer
C Black hair only
D Nails
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pheomelanin is a red/yellow pigment associated with lighter skin tones and red hair. Individuals with red hair typically have predominantly pheomelanin with little eumelanin.

Hint

This pigment gives red hair its characteristic colour.

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