In children with kwashiorkor,loss of hair color is related to ________.
A) insufficient tyrosine to make melanin
B) lack of fat under the skin
C) excessive exposure to the sun's UV rays
D) being nursed by a poorly-nourished mother
E) impaired brain development

Question

In children with kwashiorkor,loss of hair color is related to ________.
A) insufficient tyrosine to make melanin 
B) lack of fat under the skin 
C) excessive exposure to the sun's UV rays 
D) being nursed by a poorly-nourished mother 
E) impaired brain development

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Loss of hair color in kwashiorkor is related to insufficient tyrosine, which is an amino acid required for the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for hair and skin color. In kwashiorkor, there is a deficiency of dietary protein which leads to a lack of essential amino acids, including tyrosine.

In Children with Kwashiorkor,loss of Hair Color Is Related to ________