Question

Alkaloids in plants function as

• A. Growth hormone
• B. Provide protection against predators
• C. Attract animals for pollination
• D. All the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B Provide protection against predators

Alkaloid, is a class of naturally occurring organic nitrogen-containing bases. Alkaloids are produced by a large variety of organisms including bacteria, fungi, plants, and animals. Function of alkanoids in plants is end products of metabolism or waste products, storage reservoirs of nitrogen, protective agents for the plant against attack by predators and growth regulators.

So, the correct answer is option B.