Q. Which of the following secondary metabolites are used as drugs?
Solution:
Some Secondary Metabolites
Pigments
Carotenoids, anthocyanins, etc.
Alkaloids
Morphine, Codeine, etc.
Terpenoids
Monoterpenes, Diterpenes, etc.
Essential oils
Lemon grass oil, etc.
Toxins
Abrin, Ricin
Lectins
Concanavalin A
Drugs
Vinblastin, Curcumin, etc.
Polymeric
substances
Rubber, Gums, Cellulose
Vinblastin is used as an anticancer drug whereas curcumin is a component of turmeric and also used as a drug.
| Some Secondary Metabolites | |
|---|---|
| Pigments | Carotenoids, anthocyanins, etc. |
| Alkaloids | Morphine, Codeine, etc. |
| Terpenoids | Monoterpenes, Diterpenes, etc. |
| Essential oils | Lemon grass oil, etc. |
| Toxins | Abrin, Ricin |
| Lectins | Concanavalin A |
| Drugs | Vinblastin, Curcumin, etc. |
| Polymeric substances | Rubber, Gums, Cellulose |