NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PHARMACOGNOSY
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Question
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Which of the following is NOT the class of secondary metabolite.
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Amino acids
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Terpenes
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Phenolics
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Alkaloids
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Final answer: Amino acids and glucose are not secondary metabolites in plants .
Detailed explanation-2: -Primary metabolites like fats, carbohydrates and proteins are essential for growth and development. Metabolites that are not involved in the growth and development directly are called secondary metabolites. Example: alkaloids, tannins, resins, gums, latex, etc.
Detailed explanation-3: -They are not involved directly in the metabolic pathways such as photosynthesis, respiration and reproduction.
Detailed explanation-4: -Toxins, gibberellins, alkaloids, antibiotics, and biopolymers are examples of secondary metabolites.
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