Q207
The bacterium containing yellow pigment is
A.
Xanthomonas
AnswerB.
Erwinia
C.
Pseudomonas
D.
Ralstonia
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The bacterium containing yellow pigment is Xanthomonas.Xanthomonadins are a unique class of carotenoid-like pigments produced by members of the phytopathogenic genus Xanthomonas.
These pigments are brominated, aryl-polyene, yellow, water-insoluble pigments that are associated exclusively with the outer membrane of the bacterial cell wall.