Pungency in chillies is due to the presence of

Correct answer: (b) Capsaicin

Explanation

Pungency (hotness) in chillies is due to capsaicin, an alkaloid of the capsaicinoid group.

The Scoville scale measures pungency based on capsaicinoid content.

Lycopene gives red colour (tomato), carotene aids photosynthesis, and anthocyanin gives purple/red/blue tints.