Drugs obtained from plants are mostly

Terpenes

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Alkaloids

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Lignin deposits

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Alkaloids
Drugs obtained from plants are mostly alkaloids in nature. Examples:-
A) Quinine obtained from the bark of Cinchona stem.
B) Taxol obtained from the bark of Pacific yew.
C) Reserpine obtained from Rauvolfia serpentina.
D) Morphine obtained from the poppy plant.
So, the correct answer is 'Alkaloids'.

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