Carotene Meaning
/kˈɛrəˌtin/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA class of tetraterpene plant pigments; they vary in colour from yellow, through orange to red, this colour originating in a chain of alternating single and double bonds.
nounSpecifically, a number of isomers of tetraterpene hydrocarbons, C₄₀H₅₆, (especially beta-carotene), present in carrots etc, which are converted into vitamin A in the liver.
Sentence Examples
Carotene gives carrots their color.
Eating carotene-rich foods is healthy.
Beta-carotene also helps to keep your skin healthy and young-looking.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Carrots are rich in ____, which gives them their orange color.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Beta ____ is a substance found in carrots that is good for your eyes.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English car(r)ot English -ene English carotene From car(r)ot + -ene.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Carrots are rich in ____, which gives them their orange color.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Beta ____ is a substance found in carrots that is good for your eyes.