Question : Carrot is orange in colour because:
Option 1: It grows in the soil.
Option 2: It is not exposed to sunlight.
Option 3: It contains carotene.
Option 4: The entire plant is orange in colour.
Correct Answer: It contains carotene.
Solution : The correct option is It contains carotene .
The orange colour of carrots is a result of the accumulation of beta-carotene in their cells. This pigment serves various functions in the carrot plant, including absorbing light energy for photosynthesis.
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