everyday science MCQ #1024

The red colour of a tomato is imparted by:

everyday science MCQ #1024

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The red colour of a tomato is imparted by:

    • A) Chlorophyll
    • B) Carotenoid
    • C) Vitamin
    • D) Hormone

    Answer: Carotenoid

    Explanation: The red and orange colors of tomatoes come from lycopene and beta-carotene, which are carotenoid pigments that accumulate as the fruit ripens.