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In what layer of the skin is melanin found? What does melanin do for skin cells?
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In what layer of the skin is melanin found? What does melanin do for skin cells?

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dont know the first part but melanin quantities change the dkin color
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melanin is found in the basal layer of the epidermis. It is produced by the oxidation of the amino acid tyrosine. is absorbs light a and effects skin color.
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