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Which methylxanthine is primarily found in chocolate?
Which methylxanthine is primarily found in chocolate?
- Paraxanthine
- Theophylline
- Caffeine
- Theobromine (correct)
In which century was tea first shipped to Europe?
In which century was tea first shipped to Europe?
- 18th century
- 16th century (correct)
- 12th century
- 14th century
Where was caffeine discovered in 850 CE?
Where was caffeine discovered in 850 CE?
- Spain
- Ethiopia (correct)
- China
- Mexico
Which methylxanthine is a primary metabolite of caffeine?
Which methylxanthine is a primary metabolite of caffeine?
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What is the approximate global per capita consumption of caffeine in mg/day?
What is the approximate global per capita consumption of caffeine in mg/day?
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Which methylxanthine is native to Mexico and South America and was originally consumed as a beverage called 'chocolatl'?
Which methylxanthine is native to Mexico and South America and was originally consumed as a beverage called 'chocolatl'?
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In which century was the first caffeinated soft drink introduced?
In which century was the first caffeinated soft drink introduced?
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Which plant species naturally contains caffeine and is believed to have evolved to contain it as a protection from bacteria, fungi, and insects?
Which plant species naturally contains caffeine and is believed to have evolved to contain it as a protection from bacteria, fungi, and insects?
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Where was the first coffee shop opened in 1475?
Where was the first coffee shop opened in 1475?
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Which methylxanthine is considered a natural pesticide and is found in over 30 plant species?
Which methylxanthine is considered a natural pesticide and is found in over 30 plant species?
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