Question

Oxidation gives tea its ----
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Answer 1

Answer:

Oxidation gives tea its colour.

Answer 2

Answer:

During oxidation, the catechins present in freshly plucked leaves are converted to new types of polyphenols - primarily theaflavins and thearubigins. These compounds contribute to the dark color of oxidized teas, but they also contribute to flavor.