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The active ingredients of all medicinal plants could be classified into _________ and ______


A

Alkaloids

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B

Aromatic compounds

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C

Glycosides

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D

Both A & C

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Both A & B

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Solution

The correct option is D

Both A & C


The active constituents of plants have been isolated recently. The active constituents in plants are the chemicals that have a medicinal effect on the body. They include Alkaloids, Anthocyanins, Anthraquinones, Bitters, Cardiac Glycosides, Coumarins, Cyanogenic Glycosides and Flavonoids.

Alkanoids -These plants contain a nitrogen-bearing molecule that makes them particularly effective as medicines.

Cardiac Glycosides-This powerful constituent is found in plants like Foxgloves. They act directly on the heart and support and strengthen the rate of contraction. They are diuretic and help to lower blood pressure.


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