Question

$C_{40}{H}_{56}{O}_2$ is the chemical formula of a

• A. Xanthophyll
• B. Carotene
• C. Anthocyanin
• D. Chlorophyll.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Carotene

Xanthophyll is a photosynthetic pigment that has an ability to absorb light, at specific wavelengths. These are yellow pigments. It is widely found in nature. Xanthophyll contains oxygen. It is responsible for the colour of many of the yellow, orange, and red hues of flowers, fruits, vegetables (corn, pepper, etc.), egg yolks, and feathers, shells, or flesh of many animal species (flamingo, canary, shrimp, lobster, chicken, or salmonids). The chemical formula of carotene is C${}_{40}{H}_{56}{O}_2$.