Question

Carotene pigment occurs in the cells of __________.

• A. Dermis
• B. Epidermis
• C. Adipose tissue
• D. Both B and C

Answer 1

The correct option is B Epidermis

• The color of skin is influenced by a number of pigments, including melanin, carotene, and hemoglobin.
• The amount of carotene found in the stratum corneum of the epidermis and the deepest layer of the skin, the hypodermis are the factors which play a role in providing colour to the skin along with melanin.
• Carotene is a yellow-orange pigment found in carrots. Hence, Carotene pigment occurs in the cells of the epidermis.

So, the correct answer is 'epidermis'.