Which of the following pigment is soluble in water?
A
Chlorophyll
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B
Carotene
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C
Anthocyanin
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D
Xanthophyll
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Solution
The correct option is C Anthocyanin Anthocyanins are water-soluble vacuolar pigments, that may appear red, purple, or blue depending on the pH. Anthocyanins occur in all tissues of higher plants, including leaves, stems, roots, flowers, and fruits.