Question

The vibrant yellow color of egg yolk is a result of the presence of ______, which are naturally occurring compounds derived from the diet of the laying hen and contribute to the characteristic hue of the yolk.

A Carotene Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Anthocynanin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Xanthophyll Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Vitamin B Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The presence of xanthophyll pigment in egg yolk is responsible for the yellow color of the yolk.

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