Exploring Secretory Structures and Plant Histochemistry

Secondary metabolites are different from primary metabolites because they are not directly involved in the growth, development, or reproduction of the plant. Instead, they are synthesized and stored in specialized cellular structures for longer-term protection or as chemo-attractants.

Secondary metabolites are compounds synthesized by plants mainly for protection against herbivores and potential infection. Plants synthesize a large number of these compounds to avoid their accumulation in cellular compartments responsible for key physiological processes.

Secondary metabolites found in plants are explored for medicinal, pharmaceutical, dietary, or cosmeceutical purposes by humans.

<p>Secondary metabolites are synthesized upon biotic or abiotic stress when needed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Understanding where secondary metabolites are stored is important because it provides insights into their availability and potential applications in various fields.</p> Signup and view all the answers