The pigment that gives red and purple color to some fruits like grapes and berries is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The pigment that gives red and purple color to some fruits like grapes and berries is:
A. Chlorophyll
B. Lycopene
C. Carotenoid
D. Anthocyanin
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Anthocyanins are water-soluble vacuolar pigments that appear red, purple, or blue depending on pH. They are flavonoids. Chlorophyll is green, carotenoids yellow/orange, lycopene red.

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