How do Melanocytes Make Melanin?: Melanogenesis Mechanism

The video explains how keratinocytes receive increased pigmentation through melanin production when exposed to sunlight, leading to tanning. It details the structure of skin layers, the role of keratinocytes and melanocytes, and the process of melanin production triggered by UV light. The protective role of melanin in shielding DNA from UV damage is highlighted, along with the differences in baseline melanin levels among ethnicities.

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