Question

Q. Can rubber be classified as a primary metabolite or a secondary metabolite? Write a short note on the rubber.



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Answer 1

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 It is a secondary metabolite and is extracted from the rubber tree ( Hevea brasiliensis). Latex in the rubber tree is produced by the highly specialized cells in phloem called laticifers. Rubber is a terpenoid and because of its high tensile strength, plasticity, and elasticity, it is used across industries. It is a polymeric substance and is a good conductor of electricity.

Answer 2

Answer:

rubber is a secondary metabolite