xanthophyl

[GornEi]

yellow carotenoid pigments in plants and animal fats and egg yolks

[Faizan Zahid]

Xanthophyll is a type of yellow pigment found in certain types of plants, algae, and bacteria. It is a form of carotenoid, which gives fruits and vegetables their vibrant colors. Xanthophyll plays an essential role in photosynthesizing along with chlorophyll, absorbing light energy and preventing excessive light damage. It is also responsible for the yellow colors of autumn leaves and visible in the yellow of egg yolks.