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Classification of Food Colours — Card 11 of 14
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Anthocyanins belong to which class of compounds?
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Answer
B. Flavonoids
Anthocyanins are water-soluble flavonoid pigments belonging to the polyphenol family of plant secondary metabolites. They are glycosides of anthocyanidins and are responsible for the red, purple, and blue colors of many fruits, vegetables, flowers, and cereals
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