Carotenoids Are Found in High Concentrations in Yellow and Orange

question 47

Multiple Choice

Carotenoids are found in high concentrations in yellow and orange leaves or vegetables. Why do these leaves and vegetables appear yellow or orange?

• A) The carotenoids reflect and transmit yellow and orange wavelengths of light.
• B) The carotenoids absorb yellow and orange wavelengths of light.
• C) The carotenoids absorb or transmit yellow and orange wavelengths of light.
• D) The carotenoids absorb or reflect yellow and orange wavelengths of light.
• E) The carotenoids absorb all wavelengths of light and then transmit yellow and orange wavelengths.

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