It has been suggested that one of the major functions of melanin is the regulation of the production of:

A. vitamin D
B. vitamin C
C. hemoglobin
D. phenylalanine


A. vitamin D

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________ refers to the specialized set of terms and distinctions that are particularly important to certain groups

A. Syntactical vocabulary B. Spatial vocabulary C. Focal vocabulary D. Vernacular vocabulary E. Temporal vocabulary

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Many physical anthropologists study cultural artifacts like stone tools and weapons

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The cases of the Waswanipi Cree and the Naskapi of Labrador illustrate how religious beliefs and practices may indirectly help to keep people in balance with their resources

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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