Light-skinned people, when compared to dark skinned people
A) produce too much melanin
B) have rickets
C) lack melanin
D) have no melanocytes
E) are not found in African populations

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Light-skinned people lack melanin, which is responsible for giving skin its color. This lack of melanin makes the skin more susceptible to sunburn and skin cancer.

Light-Skinned People, When Compared to Dark Skinned People