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← Nature & AnimalsWhich outcome occurs when a chameleon's chromatophore density plate spacing changes?
A)Enhanced UV reflectivity towards prey
B)Altered skin color for thermoregulation
C)Increased cellular metabolism efficiency rates
D)Improved camouflage against background✓
💡 Explanation
The chromatophores control the chameleon's skin color through structural coloration caused by the guanine nanocrystals' **Bragg reflection**, resulting in camouflage. Therefore, the skin blends with its surroundings, rather than enhanced UV reflection because hunting prey involves visual perception.
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