Question
Which compound is responsible for imparting the red color to tomatoes and is also a powerful antioxidant beneficial to human health?
Solution
Lycopene is a carotenoid pigment responsible for the red color of tomatoes. It has potent antioxidant properties and is linked to reduced risk of certain cancers.
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