10 Questions
Atropa belladonna is the plant source of nicotine.
False
Tannins are highly soluble in water.
True
Fixed oils are insoluble in water.
True
Glucose is a type of carbohydrate.
True
Volatile oils are soluble in water.
False
What is the function of tannins in a biological system?
Precipitating proteins
What is the source of the alkaloid atropine?
Atropa belladonna
What is the characteristic of volatile oils present in plants?
Insoluble in water and each oil has its own specific odor
What is an example of a cardiac glycoside derived from the digitalis plant?
Digitalin
What is an example of a fixed oil?
Olive oil
Discover the various types of plant-based sources of drugs, including alkaloids, tannins, glycosides, and more. Learn about the different parts of plants that can be used to derive these drugs, such as roots, leaves, and seeds. Test your knowledge of natural sources of drugs in this quiz!
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