Cyanobacteria are commonly called blue-green algae. This is because they possess in addition to chlorophylls a blue pigment called

Phycoerythrin

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Cyanophycin

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Phycocyanin

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The correct option is B Phycocyanin
Phycocyanin Antioxidant. Phycocyanin is the main component in Linablue Spirulina Extract. It is a blue pigment that is important in the photosynthesis (food production) of cyanobacteria. It assists the function of chlorophyll, especially during low light conditions. So, the correct option is "C" (Phycocyanin).

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