Xanthophylls are _________ pigments
Correct answer: A. Yellow
- A. Yellow
- B. Red
- C. Orange
- D. Green
Explanation
Xanthophylls are accessory carotenoid pigments that appear yellow and help absorb wavelengths that chlorophyll does not absorb efficiently. Carotenes may be confused with them because both are carotenoids, but carotenes are generally orange rather than yellow.
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