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Albinism is c...

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Albinism is caused due to overexposure to light.

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True

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The correct option is B False
Albinism
Albinism is a skin pigmentation related genetic disease.
It is caused due to deficiency in melanin production.
Melanin is responsible for skin colouration.
So, when there is deficiency in melanin production, the skin colour becomes very pale or whitish.
Overexposure to light cannot cause albinism.
Final answer: The given statement is false.

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