Which four planets are also called the terrestrial planets?

A. Inner planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars) B. Outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune) C. Inner planets (Mercury, Venus) and outer planets (Uranus, Neptune) D. Inner planets (Earth, Mars) and outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn) The planets Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, are called terrestrial because they have a compact, rocky surface like Earth’s … Read more

What pigment is responsible for the red color inside a watermelon?

A. Chlorophyll B. Beta-carotene C. Lycopene D. Anthocyanin Lycopene is a type of organic pigment called a carotenoid. It is related to beta-carotene and gives some vegetables and fruits (e.g., tomatoes) a red color. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that might help protect cells from damage. It’s found in tomato, watermelon, red orange, pink grapefruit, … Read more