Question

Choose the correct pair of pigment and their corresponding color in given plant product.

• A. Carotene - Yellow-orange - Peppers
• B. Betanin - Purple/red - Cactus pear
• C. Lycopene - Red - Red beets
• D. Flavanols - Orange - Cauliflower

Hint:

Carotene is the pigment responsible for the characteristic yellow-orange color in many fruits and vegetables, including peppers and carrots.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A, B

- Carotene is a pigment that gives yellow-orange color to various fruits and vegetables, including peppers.
- Betanin is the pigment responsible for the red/purple color in beets, not cactus pear.
- Lycopene is the pigment responsible for the red color in tomatoes, not red beets.
- Flavanols are a type of flavonoid, and they are not typically associated with the orange color of cauliflower.
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{Carotene - Yellow-orange - Peppers}}. \]