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    Question

    The vibrant yellow color of egg yolk is a result of the

    presence of ______, which are naturally occurring compounds derived from the diet of the laying hen and contribute to the characteristic hue of the yolk.
    A Carotene Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Anthocynanin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Xanthophyll Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Vitamin B Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The presence of xanthophyll pigment in egg yolk is responsible for the yellow color of the yolk.

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