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Classification of Food Colours — Card 14 of 14
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Question
Anthocyanins appear blue in which condition?
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Answer
C. Alkaline
Anthocyanins are water-soluble flavonoid pigments responsible for the red, purple, and blue colors of many fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Their color depends mainly on the pH of the surrounding medium because changes in pH alter the chemical structure of the anthocyanin molecul...
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