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Natural Food Colours — Card 26 of 33
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Question
Which flavonoid class contains the flavylium ion structure responsible for intense colors?
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Answer
C. Anthocyanins
Anthocyanins contain a positively charged flavylium ion structure, which allows them to absorb visible light and produce intense red, purple, and blue colors.
The color depends on:
pH
Molecular structure
Pigment concentration
Chemical interactions
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