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both the amount and darkness of melanin increase upon UV exposure which gives the skin a tanned appearance. melanin reaction helps protects the body against further UV radiation and prevents damage to DNA.
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What is the mechanism of a suntan?
Melanin Synthesis
How do you say the word suntan in French?
Suntan is 'le bronzage' in French. To get a suntan is 'bronzer'
What mechanism is responsible for axonal transport?
A single bidirectional transport mechanism appears to be responsible for axonal transport. (From Human Anatomy and Physiology Marieb 8th Ed.)
What mechanism is responsible for the movement of water in this image?
convection
What mechanism is responsible for the placement of the Hawaiian Islands?
Volcanic activity.
What do you do after you get the suntan lotion?
Suntan lotion is to prevent the tanning from sun. Suntan lotion are used for preventing skin darkening or tanning. You should apply suntan lotion half an hour before going out .
What is a sentence using the word suntan?
After too much time in the sun, a suntan can become a sunburn. Use sun block if you want to avoid a suntan.
What is the main mechanism responsible for the vertical motion of air?
conductions currents
Which type of radiation can cause a suntan?
Ultra-violet radiation causes a suntan.
The brain region responsible for panic attacks?
The brain mechanism responsible for this condition lies in the limbic system -- especially in the amygdala.
How do you know if suntan lotion is bad?
suntan lotion is bad because it does bad things for your skin.
Why is a tattoo permanent and a suntan is not?
Because a tattoo is practically engraved and a suntan is like a layer which can come off.
