What does carotenoid mean?
nounA yellow, orange, or red pigment found in plants and algae, responsible for their characteristic colors. Carotenoids are also found in some animal tissues and are important in the human diet.
Example
"The carotenoids in the carrots gave them their vibrant orange color."
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