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Red colour in chilli is due to
The correct answer is Capsanthin. Chilli (Capsicum annum) belongs to family Solanaceae. Centre of origin is Mexico. Pungency in chilli is due to Capsaicin. Red colour in chilli is due to Capsanthin. The unique keto carotenoids capsanthin, capsorubin and cryptocapsin impart brilliant red color to ripen chilly pods. Capsanthin contributes 30“70 % of carotenoids in most of the varieties and cultivars.
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