18 Questions
What is the term for the branch of plant taxonomy that focuses on the presence, absence, or mix of certain chemicals in different plant families, genera, or species?
Chemotaxonomy
In which family would you likely find plants rich in alkaloids like those found in milkweeds?
Apocynaceae (Dogbane family)
Where are secondary metabolites typically restricted within individual plants?
Specific plant organs or certain types of cells
What factor can cause variation in the presence and concentration of secondary metabolites within plants?
Response to ecological stresses
Which plant family is known for containing Glucosinolates like those found in the Cabbage family?
Brassicaceae (Mustard/Cabbage family)
Which classification system focuses on the presence, absence, or mix of secondary metabolites in different plant groups?
Chemotaxonomy
What is the term used to describe the process of collecting indigenous knowledge to discover genetic or biochemical resources?
Bioprospecting
What is the primary reason for bioprospecting activities?
To develop new drugs and products
Which country is highlighted as an example of not benefiting from the discovery of medicinal compounds found in its endemic plants?
Madagascar
What is the term used to describe molecules vital for life in plants?
Primary metabolites
Which of the following is NOT one of the key phytometabolites mentioned in the text?
Nucleic acids
In the context of plants, what are secondary metabolites primarily responsible for?
Defense mechanisms
What type of metabolic reactions focus on making molecules during the construction of cells and tissues?
Anabolic reactions
Which of the following was thought to be functionless by-products of metabolism?
Secondary metabolites
Which of the following is NOT a known function of secondary metabolites in plants?
Serving as a source of energy for plants
What do secondary plant metabolites primarily differ from primary metabolites in?
Distribution and structure
Which group of molecules have known, direct roles in processes such as photosynthesis and respiration?
Carbohydrates
What is the function of coenzymes in metabolic reactions?
Aid enzymes in catalyzing reactions
Test your knowledge on the facilitators of plant-microbe symbioses and the distribution of secondary plant metabolites. Learn about the different groups of plant species and the secondary metabolites they commonly contain.
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