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Name the class of secondary metabolites which is characterized by the presence of the hydroxyl group with an aromatic ring?
Name the class of secondary metabolites which is characterized by the presence of the hydroxyl group with an aromatic ring?
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The correct option is C Phenolics
Phenolics are the class of secondary metabolites which are characterised by the presence of an aromatic ring structure along with hydroxyl groups attached to them.
Glycosides are sugar molecules bound to other molecules by a glycosidic linkage. Glucoside is an example.
Alkaloids are naturally occurring secondary metabolites which are characterised by the presence of atleast one nitrogen in their structure. Caffeine and nicotine are examples of plant alkaloids.
Terpenes are secondary metabolites which are chemically hydrocarbons which have a 5 carbon isoprene units.
Phenolics are the class of secondary metabolites which are characterised by the presence of an aromatic ring structure along with hydroxyl groups attached to them.
Glycosides are sugar molecules bound to other molecules by a glycosidic linkage. Glucoside is an example.
Alkaloids are naturally occurring secondary metabolites which are characterised by the presence of atleast one nitrogen in their structure. Caffeine and nicotine are examples of plant alkaloids.
Terpenes are secondary metabolites which are chemically hydrocarbons which have a 5 carbon isoprene units.
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