beta-carotene
noun
be·ta-car·o·tene
| \ ˈbā-tə-ˈker-ə-ˌtēn
, -ˈka-rə-\
, -ˈka-rə-\
Definition of beta-carotene
: an isomer of carotene found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and fruits
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beta-carotene
noun
English Language Learners Definition of beta-carotene
technical
: a natural substance that is found in dark green and dark yellow fruits and vegetables and that helps your body grow and be healthy
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beta-carotene
noun
be·ta-car·o·tene
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or β-carotene \ -ˈkar-ə-ˌtēn
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Medical Definition of beta-carotene
: a reddish-orange pigment that is an an isomer of carotene found chiefly in orange and dark green and yellow vegetables and fruits (such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach) and that is converted to vitamin A in the body
Note: Beta-carotene is the most active and widespread provitamin A and is derived commercially from natural sources or is prepared synthetically.