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What gives yellow colour to faeces?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Fecal Color**: The color of feces can vary due to several factors, but a common color observed is yellow. 2. **Degradation of Hemoglobin**: One of the primary reasons for the yellow color in feces is the degradation of hemoglobin. Hemoglobin, which is found in red blood cells, breaks down into various components when the cells are recycled. 3. **Bile Pigments**: The second reason for the yellow color is the presence of bile pigments. Bile is produced by the liver and contains several pigments that contribute to the color of feces. ...
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