How do melanocytes and keratinocytes work together to protect the skin from UV damage?
A) Keratinocytes provide the melanocyte with nutrients critical for melanin synthesis.
B) Keratinocytes maintain the appropriate temperature so the melanin will not denature.
C) Keratinocytes accumulate melanin granules to shield the keratinocyte's DNA.
D) Keratinocytes maintain the proper pH for melanocytes to synthesize melanin granules.

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Keratinocytes accumulate melanin granules produced by melanocytes, which form a protective barrier over the nucleus to shield the DNA from UV radiation damage.

How Do Melanocytes and Keratinocytes Work Together to Protect the Skin