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Which of the following best describes a natural product?

A compound with a molecular weight greater than 150

A synthetic compound used in pharmaceutical drug discovery

A chemical compound found in nature with biological activity (correct)

A large organic compound like a protein or carbohydrate

What types of compounds are usually considered as natural products?

Inorganic compounds and minerals

Synthetic compounds and macromolecules

Naturally-occurring small organic compounds, heterocyclic compounds, and peptides (correct)

Large organic compounds like proteins, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids

How are natural products used in pharmaceutical drug discovery and drug design?

To isolate large organic compounds for drug development

As a source of chemical compounds with potential pharmacological activity (correct)

To synthesize proteins and nucleic acids for drug testing

As building blocks for creating synthetic compounds

What is the molecular weight range for natural products?

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Natural Products

A natural product is a chemical compound or substance produced by a living organism, such as a plant, animal, or microorganism.

Types of Natural Products

Natural products can be small molecules, such as alkaloids, glycosides, and terpenes, or biological macromolecules, like proteins and polysaccharides.
They can also include complex mixtures, like crude extracts from plants or animals.

Use in Pharmaceutical Drug Discovery and Design

Natural products have played a significant role in the discovery of new drugs, with many medicines being derived from or inspired by natural products.
They serve as leads for drug design, providing a starting point for optimization and modification to create new pharmaceuticals.

Molecular Weight Range

The molecular weight range for natural products is typically between 100-2,000 Da (dalton), with most falling in the 200-500 Da range.

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Test your knowledge of natural product chemistry with this quiz. Explore the chemical characteristics of naturally-occurring small organic compounds, including heterocyclic compounds and peptides, and their role in pharmaceutical drug discovery and design.