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SSC MTS & Havaldar 2024 · Question 48 of 76

The red colour of tomatoes is due to the presence of:

  1. Alimonene
  2. BlycopeneCorrect
  3. Cbeta carotene
  4. Dalizarin

Answer: B. lycopene

Explanation

The red colour of tomatoes is due to the presence of lycopene, which is a type of carotenoid pigment. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant and is also found in other red fruits and vegetables like watermelon and red peppers. It has various health benefits, including reducing the risk of certain cancers and heart disease.

Source: SSC MTS 2024 (30-Sep-2024 Shift 1) solved paper with key+explanations, via oswaal360.com · reliable-secondary

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