Alkaloids

Alkaloids are a class of naturally occurring organic nitrogen-containing bases with diverse and important physiological effects on humans and other animals.

Morphine, strychnine, quinine, ephedrine, and nicotine.

Alkaloids are found primarily in plants and are especially common in certain families of flowering plants.

<p>More than 3,000 different types of alkaloids have been identified in a total of more than 4,000 plant species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some alkaloids stimulate the central nervous system, cause paralysis, act as pain-relievers, local anesthetics, and act against infectious microorganisms. Most alkaloids are toxic, yet many find use in medicine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alkaloids are a class of naturally occurring organic nitrogen-containing bases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Morphine, strychnine, quinine, ephedrine, and nicotine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alkaloids are found primarily in plants and are especially common in certain families of flowering plants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>More than 3,000 different types of alkaloids have been identified in a total of more than 4,000 plant species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some alkaloids stimulate the central nervous systems, while others cause paralysis, act as pain-relievers, local anesthetics, and act against infectious microorganisms. Most alkaloids are toxic, yet many find use in medicine.</p> Signup and view all the answers