For the synthesis of rhodopsin, which of the following food is needed?

Mango

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Rice

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Carrot

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Tomatoes

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Solution

The correct option is C Carrot
Opsins are the light sensitive proteins of rods. Binding of opsin to retinal (a chromophore) makes rhodopsin which serves as the visual purple pigment of rod cells. Retinol is a form of vitamin A and carrots are a rich sources of vitamin A. So, the correct answer is option C.

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