Question

Give reasons for the following
beta-carotene is red in colour
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Answer 1

Answer:

The long conjugated chains of double bonds in beta carotene is the main reason of it's red colour. In this conjugated chain ,the blue and green lights are absorbed and the red, yellow colours reflect back into our eyes. That's why beta carotene colour is red or reddish orange.

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Answer 2

Answer:

The long conjugated chains of double bonds in beta carotene is the main reason of it's red colour. In this conjugated chain ,the blue and green lights are absorbed and the red, yellow colours reflect back into our eyes. That's why beta carotene's colour is red or reddish orange.

Explanation: