carotin

• Оранжевый изомер ненасыщенного углеводорода, содержащийся во многих растениях, который в печени превращается в витамин A.

An orange isomer of an unsaturated hydrocarbon found in many plants, which is converted into vitamin A in the liver.

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1. Orange pigment in plantsC1formalscientific

   An orange or red pigment found in carrots and other plants, which is converted into vitamin A in the body.

   Каротин

   • Carrots are rich in carotin, which gives them their orange color.
   • The body converts carotin into vitamin A for healthy vision.
   • Many leafy greens also contain carotin, though it is masked by chlorophyll.

   Synonymscarotene