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JAMB Biology 2009 Question 48

Question 48

Adaptation

The specialized pigment cells that are involved in colouration and colour change in animals are the

  1. A.xanthophyl
  2. B.chromatophores
  3. C.chlorophyll
  4. D.melanin.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (chromatophores)

Explanation

Chromatophores are skin cells holding pigment. By spreading or bunching the pigment they let animals like chameleons and frogs change colour.