Lycopene plant pigment molecule
Lycopene plant pigment, molecular model. Lycopene is the red carotenoid pigment found in tomatoes, berries, rose hips and flowers of the marigold (Calendula officinalis). It is thought to be a powerful antioxidant, particularly when cooked, and may help in preventing some types of cancer. This hydrocarbon molecule has the chemical formula C40H56. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: carbon (C, grey) and hydrogen (H, turquoise).
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