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Noun: beta-carotene  ,bey-tu'ka-ru,teen [N. Amer], ,bee-tu'ka-ru,teen [Brit]
  1. An isomer of carotene that is found in dark green and dark yellow fruits and vegetables

Derived forms: beta-carotenes

Type of: carotene, carotenoid, carotin, provitamin A

Encyclopedia: Beta-carotene