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Anthocyanins: Functions, Occurrence and Uses

Read this article to learn about Anthocyanins. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Functions of Anthocyanins 2. Occurrence of Anthocyanins 3. Uses. Functions of Anthocyanins: i. In flowers, bright reds and purples due to anthocyanin pigments help attract pollinators. In fruits, the colorful skins also attract the at­tention of animals, which may eat the fruits and disperse [...]

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Iso-Flavone: Functions, Biosynthesis and Its Occurrence

Read this article to learn about Iso-flavone. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Meaning of Iso-flavone 2. Functions of Iso-flavone 3. Biosynthesis of Iso-flavone 4. Occurrence 5. Research. Meaning of Iso-Flavone: Iso-flavones are a class of organic compounds and biomolecules related to the flavonoids. Iso-flavone (3-phenyl-4 H-1 -benzopyr-4-one) differs from fla­vone in the following: in iso-flavones, the [...]

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Top 4 Types of Anthocyanins | Anthocyanins

This article throws light upon the top four types of anthocyanins . The four types are: 1. Cyanidin 2. Malvidin 3. Delphinidin 4. Peonidin. Anthocyanins: Type # 1. Cyanidin: Cyanidin is a natural organic compound which is classified as a flavonoid and an anthocyanin. Sources: Grapes, bilberry, blackberry, blueberry, cherry, cranberry, elderberry, hawthorn, loganberry, rasp­berry, apples, plums, red cabbage, the [...]

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