Multiple choice

What is a chromophore?

  1. Colored cells or target in epidermis or dermis

  2. Plume or smoke that is generated from an ablative device

  3. The splitting up or destruction of cells

  4. colored cells that areto be avoided with lasers
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Explanation

A chromophore is a specific part of a molecule or tissue that absorbs light at a particular wavelength. These are the targets for laser treatments, such as melanin or hemoglobin.

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