Why does a bannana look yellow?

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2026-02-08 13:30

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A banana looks yellow due to the presence of pigments called carotenoids, which reflect light in the yellow spectrum. As bananas ripen, chlorophyll, the green pigment, breaks down, allowing the yellow carotenoids to become more visible. This color change signals that the fruit is ripe and ready to eat. Additionally, the bright yellow color helps attract animals that aid in seed dispersal.

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