Multiple choice

The colour of cow’s milk is slightly yellow because of presence of

  1. Xanthophyll

  2. Riboflavin

  3. Ribulase

  4. Caretin

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The yellowish tint in cow's milk is due to the presence of beta-carotene (which is converted to vitamin A) and specifically riboflavin (vitamin B2). Riboflavin has a natural yellow-green color and is responsible for the characteristic color of milk and other dairy products.