Why is Chromobacteria called a purple treasure trove?
The colour purple is included in the heading because Chromobacteria produces a pigment called violacein which is violet or purple in colour. It is called a treasure trove because it is similar to unopened or undiscovered treasure chest. This bacterium has many undiscovered and unexplored properties which make it important for medicinal/pharmaceutical/mining/textile/agricultural industries as a treasure trove is important for treasure seekers.
