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BotanyBiomoleculesChemical Composition of Living TissuesEasy2 minPYQ_2021
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Which of the following are not secondary metabolites in plants?NEET 2021
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Answer:
B
Solution:
Amino acids and glucose are not considered secondary metabolites. They are primary metabolites.
- Morphine and codeine are alkaloids.
- Rubber and gums are polymeric substances and are secondary metabolites.
- On the other hand, vinblastin, curcumin etc. are drugs obtained from plants.
All these are considered as secondary metabolites in plants.
Stream:NEETSubject:BotanyTopic:BiomoleculesSubtopic:Chemical Composition of Living Tissues
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