What is another word for violaxanthin?
Pronunciation: [vˈa͡ɪ͡əlɐksˌanθɪn] (IPA) 
Violaxanthin is a yellow carotenoid pigment that is synthesized by plants and algae. There are a number of synonyms for the word violaxanthin that are commonly used in scientific literature. Some of these synonyms include cryptoxanthin, which is another carotenoid pigment, and neoxanthin, which is a derivative of violaxanthin. Other related terms include xanthophylls, which are a group of yellow pigments found in plants, and carotenoids, which are a diverse group of compounds that give many plants and animals their bright colors. These terms are important for understanding the chemistry and physiology of photosynthetic organisms, and are frequently used in research and academic papers.
