Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melanion
noun
/ˈmɛləniən/
Definition
A term used in certain contexts, particularly in biology and genetics, referring to a dark pigment or melanin-related substances.
Examples
- The melanion in certain organisms plays a crucial role in their camouflage.
- Research indicates that the presence of melanion can affect the survival of species in diverse environments.
- Scientists are studying melanion to understand its impact on skin pigmentation in humans.
Meaning
Melanion generally relates to compounds or properties involving melanin, which are responsible for coloration in various organisms.
Synonyms
- Melanin
- Dark pigment
- Black pigment
