Question

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Select the mismatch w.r.t.
secondary metabolite listed and
its description
(4 Points)
Alkaloid - Morphine
Toxin - Carotenoids
Drug - Vinblastine
Essential oils - Lemon grass
oil
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Answer 1

Answer:

Some Secondary Metabolites Example

Pigments Carotenoids, anthocyanins, etc.

Alkaloids Morphine,Codeine ,etc.

Terpenoids Monoterpenes, Diterpenes, etc.

Essential oils Lemon grass oil,etc.

Toxins Abrin,Ricin

Lectins Concanavalin A

Drugs Vinblastin , Curumin, etc.

Polymeric substance Rubber,Gums,Cellulose.

Vinblastine is used as an anticancer drug whereas curcumin is a component of turmeric and also used as a drug.