Identification of the Hypophasic Pigments - Zoology Publications from Victoria University of Wellington—Nos. 42 to 46

Content Partner: Victoria University of Wellington. The individual pigments of the hypophasic layer have yet to be identified conclusively. However, some of their constituents and physical properties suggest the presence of xanthophylls. In a crude extract, xanthophylls are preferentially soluble in 90% methanol. In the presence of two immiscible solvents, petroleum ether and 90% methanol shaken ...