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  1. Melanin protects us from
    1. U. V. rays
    2. visible rays
    3. infrared rays
    4. X-rays
Correct Option: A

Melanin is secreted from the intermediate lobe of pituitary. Melanin mainly protects the skin from harmful effects of UV-rays. People living in tropics tend to disperse more melanin in their skin – an adaptive feature.



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