beta carotene

A form of beta-carotene — A plant pigment that is an isomer of carotene, found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits and important in the diet as a precursor of vitamin A.

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Meanings

noun
  1. alternativeAlternative spelling of beta-carotene.
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