Which of the Following is Associated with Tanning

Question

Which of the following is associated with tanning?
A) Sudoriferous glands
B) Apocrine glands
C) Arrector pili muscles
D) Melanocytes

Accepted Answer

Melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives color to the skin. When exposed to UV rays from the sun or tanning beds, melanocytes produce more melanin to protect the skin, resulting in a darker color or tan. Sudoriferous glands are sweat glands, apocrine glands are responsible for body odor, and arrector pili muscles are responsible for hair standing on end (goosebumps). None of these are directly associated with tanning.