Which of the following choices is FALSE? The chromophore

A) Absorbs energy from photons.
B) Is a derivative of vitamin D.
C) Is covalently linked to a member of the opsin gene family.
D) Plays a role in photoreceptor sensitivity to different colors.


Answer: B

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