Select the statements that describe relationships between UV light,melanin,folate,and vitamin D.Select the TWO answers that are correct.

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Melanin in the skin acts as a natural sunscreen, shielding folate from destruction by UV light. Thus, higher levels of melanin are associated with lower levels of folate destruction. UV light is necessary for the production of vitamin D in the skin, and higher levels of UV exposure increase vitamin D production. However, there is no evidence that UV light selects for a decrease in melanin or that higher melanin levels promote vitamin D production. The absorption of UV light itself does not protect folate from destruction, but rather the presence of melanin in the skin does.

Select the Statements That Describe Relationships Between UV Light,melanin,folate,and Vitamin