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What makes pumpkins orange?

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Updated: 8/17/2019

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Pumpkins are orange due to the presence of a pigment called beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is a type of carotenoid that gives pumpkins their characteristic color. It is also a precursor to vitamin A, making pumpkins not only visually appealing but also nutritious.


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