Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

Human skin color: The primary pigment responsible for pigmentation of the skin is what? Context: Consider the epidermal pigment produced by melanocytes in response to UV exposure. Choose the correct pigment.

Difficulty: Easy

Melanin
Carotene
Hemoglobin
Bilirubin

Correct Answer: Melanin

Explanation:

Given data

Asked: the pigment that determines skin coloration and tanning.

Concept / ApproachMelanin, produced by melanocytes and transferred to keratinocytes, provides baseline pigmentation and darkens with UV exposure.

EliminationCarotene imparts a yellowish hue; hemoglobin influences redness beneath skin; bilirubin increase causes jaundice, not normal pigmentation.

Final AnswerMelanin.

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