Question

Red colour of beet root is due to

• A. Carotene
• B. Xanthophyll
• C. Anthocyanin
• D. Chlorophyll-b

Hint:

The distinctive red color of beetroot comes from betalains, specifically betacyanins. This is a different class of pigments from anthocyanins, although both can produce red/purple colors. If "betalain" isn't an option, "anthocyanin" might be chosen as a general red pigment, though it's not strictly accurate for beetroot.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Carotene and xanthophyll (carotenoids) give yellow-orange tones, not beetroot's deep red-purple.
Step 2: Chlorophyll-b is a green pigment, unrelated to root colour.
Step 3: Anthocyanin, a red-purple flavonoid pigment, matches beetroot's colour.
Step 4: Correct option: \( \boxed{\text{Anthocyanin}} \).