Multiple choice

Which of the following belongs to the terpenes ?

  1. α-Carotene

  2. Astaxanthin

  3. β-Carotene

  4. Canthaxanthin
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Explanation

Astaxanthin is a carotenoid. It belongs to a larger class of phytochemicals known as terpenes. It is classified as a xanthophyll, which means yellow leaves. Like many carotenoids, it is a colourful, lipid-soluble pigment.

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