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Instead of anthocyanin found in the cell sap, betalain imparts colour to the flower of dicot family of
Instead of anthocyanin found in the cell sap, betalain imparts colour to the flower of dicot family of
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The correct option is B Caryophyllaceae
Betalains are a class of red and yellow pigments found in plants of the Caryophyllaceae, where they replace anthocyanin pigments. Betalains also occur in some higher order fungi. They are most often noticeable in the petals of flowers but may color the fruits, leaves, stems, and roots of plants that contain them. They include pigments such as those found in beet.So, the correct answer is 'Caryophyllaceae'
Betalains are a class of red and yellow pigments found in plants of the Caryophyllaceae, where they replace anthocyanin pigments. Betalains also occur in some higher order fungi. They are most often noticeable in the petals of flowers but may color the fruits, leaves, stems, and roots of plants that contain them. They include pigments such as those found in beet.
So, the correct answer is 'Caryophyllaceae'
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