Discover the secret behind the vibrant blue hue of blueberries lies in the unique structure of their wax coating. While blue is a rare color in nature, blueberries stand out with their rich anthocyanin pigment, which should give them a deep red color. However, it’s the molecular structures in their waxy outer layers that create their stunning blue appearance. Researchers believe that mimicking this color-forming coating could revolutionize the way we add blue tints to plastics and makeup, without the risk of staining. This breakthrough comes from a study led by physicist Rox Middleton from the University of Bristol and Dresden University of Technology in Germany, who used a scanning electron microscope to examine the molecular structures in various fruits. The results revealed that these structures scatter blue and UV light, shedding light on the mystery of the blueberry’s unique color.
2024-02-07 14:00:00
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