Pigments in Vegetables

Inhaltsverzeichnis

• Chlorophylls.
• Structure.
• Physical Properties.
• Chemical Properties.
• Derivatives.
• Analytical Methods.
• The Chloroplast.
• Biosynthesis.
• Distribution in Vegetables.
• Degradation.
• Effect of Phytohormones on Chlorophyll Metabolism in Vegetables.
• Carotenoids.
• Definitions and Nomenclature.
• Structure and Classification.
• Stereochemistry.
• Oxidation.
• Identification.
• Functions.
• Uses.
• Localization.
• Carotenoids in Vegetables.
• Asparagus.
• Factors Affecting Cartenoid Biosynthesis.
• References.