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Which of the following is a secondary metabolite in plants?
Which of the following is a secondary metabolite in plants?
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The correct option is D Alkaloids
Primary metabolites and secondary metabolites are two types of biochemical substances produced in plants. 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.
Primary metabolites and secondary metabolites are two types of biochemical substances produced in plants. 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.
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