Patches of Melanin Found on the Skin Form ____________

Question

Patches of melanin found on the skin form ____________.
A)Melanocytes
B)Freckles
C)Bilirubin
D)Carotene

Accepted Answer

Patches of melanin found on the skin are called freckles. Melanocytes produce melanin, but they are not the actual patches themselves. Bilirubin is a pigment found in bile and has no relation to skin pigmentation. Carotene is a yellow- or orange-colored pigment found in many fruits and vegetables and can contribute to skin color to a slight degree, but it is not responsible for freckles.