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Albinism is a genetic disease that results in incomplete metabolism of______________?
Correct answer: C. Tyrosine
- A. Histidine
- B. Cystine
- C. Tyrosine
- D. Alanine
Explanation
Albinism commonly results from deficient tyrosinase activity, which disrupts the conversion of tyrosine into melanin. Histidine, cystine and alanine metabolism are not the primary defect in this condition.
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