Question

Red colour of the tomato is due to

• A. Anthocyanin
• B. Xanthomonas
• C. Carotene
• D. Lycopene

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Lycopene

The correct option is D.

Explanation of correct option:

1. Tomato changes color from green to yellow and then red (as it ripens).
2. Chlorophyll breakdown leads to gradual color changes.
3. Lycopene is also synthesized due to the breakdown of chlorophyll.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A

1. Anthocyanin is colored water-soluble pigments.
2. Play an essential role by attracting pollinators.

Option B

1. Xanthomonas is an aerobic, rod-shaped bacterium.
2. It is globally known as a rice pathogen.

Option C

1. Carotene is a fat-soluble precursor of Vitamin A.
2. It is present in green and yellow vegetables.

Final option: Red color of the tomato is due to lycopene.