What Does Pigment Mean?

A pigment is a colored material that is completely or nearly insoluble in water. In contrast, dyes are typically soluble, at least at some stage in their use. Generally dyes are often organic compounds whereas pigments are often inorganic compounds.

What is an example of a pigment?

Chlorophyll, which gives a green color to plants, and hemoglobin, which gives blood its red color, are examples of pigments. ... A substance or material used as coloring.

What is mean by pigment in science?

A pigment is a substance that appears a certain color because it selectively absorbs wavelength of light.