Which of the following secondary metabolites are produced by plants for their defence action?
A
Morphine and chlorophyll
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B
Nicotine and carotenoids
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C
Strychnine and caffeine
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D
Terpenoids and glucose
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Solution
The correct option is C Strychnine and caffeine Secondary metabolites such as nicotine, strychnine and caffeine are produced by plants for their defense response.