Multiple choice

The colour of the skin is due to a pigment called melanin. The melanin is contained in the cells of ______ layers of skin.

  1. cornified

  2. malpighian

  3. granular

  4. elastic fibre

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The malphigian layer is the innermost region of epidermis. The melanin, a skin pigment is present in this layer, which is responsible for the colourisation of skin.