Dietetic Technician DTR Exam Prep

Category - Dietetic Technician

The pigment responsible for the bright red color of tomatoes is:
  1. Limonene
  2. Anthocyanin
  3. Lycopene
  4. Lutein
Explanation
Answer: C - The pigment responsible for the bright red color of tomatoes is lycopene, a type of carotenoid. Limonene is a flavonoid found in citrus fruit, anthocyanin is a blue pigment found in fruits and vegetables, and lutein is a type of antioxidant found in many vegetables and egg yolks.
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