a: Melanocytes ~
b: octopi with long arms
What:
'Melanocytes are like octopi with long arms. When the sun shines, they spread these out and deposit melanin in the skin. This protects the skin cells from sunlight. But over the years they become damaged and overproduce melanin, making a dark spot.'
Useful?
Writer: Dr Mike Bell
LCC:
Where:
Date: May 10 2014 9:54 AM
# 5655 Critique Analogy