Skin colouration is due to a pigment called present in the cells of the layer.

melanin

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malpighian

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A melanin
D malpighian
Melanin is a pigment that is produced by the melanocytes. It is present in the cells of malpighian layer or stratum malpighi. It is responsible for skin colouration and also helps protect the skin from harmful UV rays.

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