What does xanthophyl mean?
Definitions for xanthophyl
xan·tho·phyl
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Princeton's WordNet
xanthophyll, xanthophyl, luteinnoun
yellow carotenoid pigments in plants and animal fats and egg yolks
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xanthophyl
Xanthophyll is a type of yellow pigment found in certain types of plants, algae, and bacteria. It is a form of carotenoid, which gives fruits and vegetables their vibrant colors. Xanthophyll plays an essential role in photosynthesizing along with chlorophyll, absorbing light energy and preventing excessive light damage. It is also responsible for the yellow colors of autumn leaves and visible in the yellow of egg yolks.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of xanthophyl in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of xanthophyl in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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