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Which one is photosensitive in mammals?

A
Retinol
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Rhodopsin
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C
Melanin
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D
Sclerotin
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Solution

The correct option is B Rhodopsin
A. Retinol is vitamin A which has many health benefits.
B. Rhodopsin is photopigment present in rods of retina. It is derivative of vitamin A and associated with scotopic vision i.e. vision under low light or dim light.
C. Melanin is a pigment responsible for darkening of skin of humans.
D. Sclerotin is a structural protein that forms cuticle of insects.
Hence, rhodopsin is photosensitive pigment in mammals.
So, the correct answer is 'Rhodopsin'.

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